# CVE-2016-3272: The kernel in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 mishandles page-fault sys

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2016-07-13 · Updated: 2024-08-05

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

The kernel in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 mishandles page-fault system calls, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from an arbitrary process via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

## What to do

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## References

- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036289
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-092
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91603

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