Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 mishandles .url files from the Internet zone, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via a crafted file, aka "Internet Explorer Security Feature Bypass."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92827
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036788
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-506/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-10
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92827
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036788
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-506/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-10
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3353?
CVE-2016-3353 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.3 (HIGH). Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 mishandles .url files from the Internet zone, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via a crafted file, aka "Internet Explorer S...
How severe is CVE-2016-3353?
CVE-2016-3353 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3353?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.