Description of the security update for vulnerabilities in Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 and Windows Embedded Standard 2009: April 10, 2018

Summary

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Kernel API enforces permissions. To learn more about the vulnerability, go to CVE-2018-0748.

How to obtain and install the update

Method 1: Windows Update

This update is available through Windows Update. When you turn on automatic updating, this update will be downloaded and installed automatically. For more information about how to turn on automatic updating, see Windows Update: FAQ.

Method 2: Microsoft Update Catalog

To get the stand-alone package for this update, go to the Microsoft Update Catalog website.

More Information

How to obtain help and support for this security update

Help for installing updates: Windows Update: FAQ

Security solutions for IT professionals: TechNet Security Support and Troubleshooting

Help for protecting your Windows-based computer from viruses and malware: Microsoft Secure

Local support according to your country: International Support

Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 and Windows Embedded Standard 2009 file information

File hash information

For all supported x86-based versions