Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 mishandles DLL loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "DLL Loading Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 11 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136702/Microsoft-Internet-Explorer-11-DLL-H
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Apr/61
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/538098/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035521
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-03
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136702/Microsoft-Internet-Explorer-11-DLL-H
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Apr/61
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/538098/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035521
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-03
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-0160?
CVE-2016-0160 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 mishandles DLL loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "DLL Loading Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2016-0160?
CVE-2016-0160 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-2016-0160?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.