(Pwn2Own) Microsoft Windows win32kfull Improper Input Validation Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Microsoft Windows. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the win32kfull driver. The issue results from the lack of proper input validation. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.