CVE-2016-3205: Buffer Overflow

Published Jun 16, 2016
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Updated

The Microsoft (1) JScript 5.8 and (2) VBScript 5.7 and 5.8 engines, as used in Internet Explorer 9 through 11 and other products, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-3206 and CVE-2016-3207.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Microsoft JScript=5.8
Microsoft VBScript=5.7
Microsoft VBScript=5.8
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Internet Explorer=10
Microsoft Internet Explorer=11

Event History

Jun 16, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-3205?

CVE-2016-3205 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-3205?

To fix CVE-2016-3205, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for JScript and VBScript engines.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-3205?

CVE-2016-3205 affects JScript 5.8 and VBScript 5.7 and 5.8, as well as Internet Explorer versions 9 to 11.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2016-3205 facilitate?

CVE-2016-3205 can facilitate remote code execution and denial of service attacks through memory corruption.

5

Is my system vulnerable to CVE-2016-3205?

If you are using affected versions of Microsoft JScript or VBScript, as well as Internet Explorer 9, 10, or 11, your system may be vulnerable to CVE-2016-3205.

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