CVE-2017-0050
HighSummary
The kernel API in Microsoft Windows improperly enforces permissions, allowing local users to spoof processes, spoof inter-process communication, or cause a denial of service via a crafted application.
Risk Assessment
This vulnerability may lead to privilege escalation by local users, posing a significant threat to the integrity and availability of the system.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update operating systems to the latest versions that include security patches addressing this vulnerability.
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Original NVD description (English source)
The kernel API in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2; Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1; Windows 7; Windows 8; Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607; Windows RT 8.1; Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2; and Windows Server 2016 does not properly enforce permissions, which allows local users to spoof processes, spoof inter-process communication, or cause a denial of service via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."