Vulnerability Description
The Microsoft (1) JScript 9, (2) VBScript, and (3) Chakra JavaScript engines, as used in Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11, Microsoft Edge, and other products, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-3248.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Edge | - |
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91581
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036283
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-08
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-08
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91581
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036283
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-08
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-08
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3259?
CVE-2016-3259 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The Microsoft (1) JScript 9, (2) VBScript, and (3) Chakra JavaScript engines, as used in Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11, Microsoft Edge, and other products, allow remote attackers to execute...
How severe is CVE-2016-3259?
CVE-2016-3259 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3259?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Internet Explorer.