Vulnerability Description
Windows Reader in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Reader file, aka "Microsoft Windows Reader Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows 8.1 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034973Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-156Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-01PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034973Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-156Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-01PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-0046?
CVE-2016-0046 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Windows Reader in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Reader file, aka "Microsoft Windows Reader Vuln...
How severe is CVE-2016-0046?
CVE-2016-0046 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-0046?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Windows 8.1, Microsoft Windows Server 2012.