CVE-2016-3265: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 13, 2016
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Updated

The Chakra JavaScript engine in Microsoft Edge allows 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-2016-3269.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
nuget/Microsoft.ChakraCore<1.2.0.0
1.2.0.0
Microsoft Edge

Event History

Jul 13, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
May 14, 2022
Advisory Published
02:24 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-3265?

CVE-2016-3265 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-3265?

To fix CVE-2016-3265, ensure that you have updated Microsoft Edge or the ChakraCore package to the latest version.

3

What impact does CVE-2016-3265 have on users?

CVE-2016-3265 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service on affected systems.

4

What versions of Microsoft Edge are affected by CVE-2016-3265?

CVE-2016-3265 affects all versions of Microsoft Edge prior to the fix deployed in August 2016.

5

Is CVE-2016-3265 specific to a certain browser?

Yes, CVE-2016-3265 specifically affects the Microsoft Edge browser due to vulnerabilities in its Chakra JavaScript engine.

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