CVE-2016-3298: Microsoft Internet Explorer Messaging API Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Fri Oct 14 2016(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 and the Internet Messaging API in Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 allow remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a crafted web site, aka "Internet Explorer Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | ||
| 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 10 Version 1607 x86 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Internet Explorer | =9 | |
| Internet Explorer | =10 | |
| Internet Explorer | =11 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3298?
The severity of CVE-2016-3298 is classified as critical due to its potential for information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3298?
To fix CVE-2016-3298, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2016-3298?
CVE-2016-3298 affects Internet Explorer versions 9, 10, and 11.
What operating systems are impacted by CVE-2016-3298?
CVE-2016-3298 impacts Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows 7 SP1, and their respective server editions.
Can CVE-2016-3298 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-3298 can be exploited remotely via a crafted website that allows attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files.
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- canonical/microsoft windows 7
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- version/microsoft windows server/r2-sp1
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