Vulnerability in Windows kernel could allow elevation of privilege - MS14-002ID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:16533 | Date: (C)2014-01-15 (M)2022-10-10 |
Class: PATCH | Family: windows |
The host is missing an important security update according to Microsoft security bulletin, MS14-002. The update is required to fix elevation of privilege vulnerability. The flaw is present in Windows kernel, which fails to handle a specially crafted application. Successful exploitation allows attackers to install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full administrator rights.
Platform: |
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 |
Microsoft Windows XP |