Microsoft patches 'PrintNightmare' vulnerability in Windows, urges immediate install - Security
Microsoft has released security updates to address a vulnerability in Windows print spooler dubbed “PrintNightmare,” recommending that users “install these updates immediately.” The vulnerability -- officially dubbed “CVE-2021-34527” -- is found in how print spooler improperly performs privileged file operations, according to a Microsoft post. An attacker could use the vulnerability to install programs, change data and create new accounts with full user rights, among other actions. The vulnerability existed before the June 8 security update, according to Microsoft. Print spooler i...