CVE-2016-8506

Description

XSS in Yandex Browser Translator in Yandex browser for desktop for versions from 15.12 to 16.2 could be used by remote attacker for evaluation arbitrary javascript code.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.23%
Vendor Advisory yandex.com
Affected: Yandex N.V. Yandex Browser for desktop
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://browser.yandex.com/security/changelogs/ release notes vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93927 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8506?
CVE-2016-8506 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8506?
To fix CVE-2016-8506, 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-2016-8506 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-8506 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-2016-8506?
CVE-2016-8506 affects Yandex N.V. Yandex Browser for desktop.
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