CVE-2016-0162

Known Exploited

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of files via crafted JavaScript code, aka "Internet Explorer Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

4.3

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 19.43% Top 5%

KEV Since

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035521	broken link third party advisory vdb entry
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-037	patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85939	broken link third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-0162?: CVE-2016-0162 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-0162?: To fix CVE-2016-0162, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-0162 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is confirmed that CVE-2016-0162 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~19% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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