What is the severity of CVE-2016-0185?

CVE-2016-0185 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0185?

To fix CVE-2016-0185, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2016-0185?

CVE-2016-0185 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows 8.1.

Can CVE-2016-0185 be exploited by a remote attacker?

Yes, CVE-2016-0185 can be exploited by a remote attacker through a specially crafted Media Center link file.

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2016-0185?

The consequences of CVE-2016-0185 include unauthorized remote code execution, which can lead to system compromise.

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CVE-2016-0185

Exploited

critical

9.3

CWE

11/5/2016

28/1/2025

CVE-2016-0185: Microsoft Windows Media Center Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Wed May 11 2016(Updated: )

Media Center in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Media Center link (aka .mcl) file, aka "Windows Media Center Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2
Microsoft Windows
	=sp1

	=sp2

Remedy

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-059

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-0185?
CVE-2016-0185 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0185?
To fix CVE-2016-0185, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2016-0185?
CVE-2016-0185 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows 8.1.
Can CVE-2016-0185 be exploited by a remote attacker?
Yes, CVE-2016-0185 can be exploited by a remote attacker through a specially crafted Media Center link file.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2016-0185?
The consequences of CVE-2016-0185 include unauthorized remote code execution, which can lead to system compromise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-0185?
CVE-2016-0185 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0185?
To fix CVE-2016-0185, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2016-0185?
CVE-2016-0185 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows 8.1.
Can CVE-2016-0185 be exploited by a remote attacker?
Yes, CVE-2016-0185 can be exploited by a remote attacker through a specially crafted Media Center link file.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2016-0185?
The consequences of CVE-2016-0185 include unauthorized remote code execution, which can lead to system compromise.