CVE-2016-0040—Microsoft Windows Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

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2022-03-28 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2016-0040
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Windows
Date Added:
2022-03-28
Due Date:
2022-04-18
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Windows Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

The kernel in Microsoft Windows allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-0040

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