CVE-2016-0184: Use After Free

Published May 11, 2016

Updated

Use-after-free vulnerability in GDI in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document, aka "Direct3D Use After Free Vulnerability."

Affected Software

10 affected components

Microsoft Windows 10

Microsoft Windows 10=1511

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Event History

May 11, 2016

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-0184?

CVE-2016-0184 is classified as critical due to the possibility of remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0184?

To fix CVE-2016-0184, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.

Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2016-0184?

CVE-2016-0184 affects multiple versions, including Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server versions.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-0184?

CVE-2016-0184 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

Can CVE-2016-0184 be exploited by attackers?

Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2016-0184 using a crafted document to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.