CVE-2016-7255—Microsoft Win32k Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

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2021-11-03 · last modified September 9, 2026

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2016-7255
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Win32k
Date Added:
2021-11-03
Due Date:
2022-05-03
Last Updated:
September 9, 2026

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Win32k Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Win32k kernel-mode driver fails to properly handle objects in memory which allows for privilege escalation. Successful exploitation allows an attacker to run code in kernel mode.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
KNOWN

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-7255

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