[HIB]Microsoft probes new Windows kernel bug

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Microsoft on Friday said it is investigating an unpatched vulnerability in Windows after an Israeli researcher revealed a bug in the operating system's kernel driver.According to Gil Dabah, a researcher from Tel Aviv who goes by the nickname "arkon," the Windows' kernel harbors a heap overflow vulnerability. Dabah also posted a short proof-of-concept to demonstrate the bug on RageStorm.com, a site he and two others run."Microsoft is investigating reports of a possible vulnerability in Windows Kernel," said Jerry Bryant on Friday. "Upon completion of the investigation, Microsoft will take appropriate actions to protect customers."

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