CVE-2016-0034: Microsoft Silverlight Runtime Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Jan 13 2016(Updated: )
Microsoft Silverlight 5 before 5.1.41212.0 mishandles negative offsets during decoding, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (object-header corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Silverlight Runtime Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Silverlight | =5.0 | |
| Microsoft Silverlight | >=5.0<5.1.41212.0 | |
| Microsoft Silverlight | ||
| >=5.0<5.1.41212.0 |
Remedy
The impacted products are end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0034?
CVE-2016-0034 has a severity rating of critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0034?
To mitigate CVE-2016-0034, users should upgrade to Microsoft Silverlight version 5.1.41212.0 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-0034?
CVE-2016-0034 affects all versions of Microsoft Silverlight prior to 5.1.41212.0.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2016-0034?
CVE-2016-0034 can be exploited through crafted websites that trigger remote code execution or denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-0034?
The best workaround for CVE-2016-0034 is to uninstall Microsoft Silverlight until a patch is applied.
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