CVE-2016-7216 Microsoft Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability (MS16-139)

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Kernel API enforces permissions. The security update addresses the vulnerability by helping to ensure that the Windows Kernel API properly enforces permissions. This security update is rated Important for Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008 R2 (and Server Core).

An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could gain access to information that is not intended for the user.

Customers are advised to refer to MS16-139 for more information.

Patch:
Following are links for downloading patches to fix the vulnerabilities:

MS16-139