CVE-2016-8501

Description

Security WiFi bypass in Yandex Browser from version 15.10 to 15.12 allows remote attacker to sniff traffic in open or WEP-protected wi-fi networks despite of special security mechanism is enabled.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.15%
Vendor Advisory yandex.com
Affected: n/a Yandex Browser for desktop Versions from 15.10 to 15.12
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93920 vdb entry third party advisory
https://browser.yandex.com/security/changelogs/ release notes vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8501?
CVE-2016-8501 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8501?
To fix CVE-2016-8501, 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-2016-8501 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-8501 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-8501?
CVE-2016-8501 affects n/a Yandex Browser for desktop Versions from 15.10 to 15.12.
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