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Advisory Published
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CVE-2016-0162: Microsoft Internet Explorer Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Tue Apr 12 2016(Updated: )

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Internet Explorer does not properly handle JavaScript. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to detect specific files on the user's computer.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Internet Explorer
Internet Explorer=9
Internet Explorer=10
Internet Explorer=11
All of
Internet Explorer=9
Any of
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
All of
Internet Explorer=10
Microsoft Windows Server
All of
Internet Explorer=11
Any of
Microsoft Windows 10 1507
Microsoft Windows 10 1511
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=r2

Remedy

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-037

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-0162?

    CVE-2016-0162 has a severity rating of important as it allows information disclosure that can lead to unauthorized data exposure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-0162?

    To fix CVE-2016-0162, update your Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version provided by Microsoft.

  • What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2016-0162?

    CVE-2016-0162 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 9, 10, and 11.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability CVE-2016-0162?

    CVE-2016-0162 is an information disclosure vulnerability that allows attackers to detect specific files on a user's computer.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-0162 if I cannot update immediately?

    While there is no official workaround for CVE-2016-0162, using an alternative web browser can reduce exposure until the issue is resolved.

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