What is the severity of CVE-2016-3353?

CVE-2016-3353 is classified as a security feature bypass vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized access.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3353?

To fix CVE-2016-3353, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.

Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2016-3353?

CVE-2016-3353 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 9, 10, and 11.

What type of attack does CVE-2016-3353 facilitate?

CVE-2016-3353 allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions via crafted .url files.

Is CVE-2016-3353 still a concern as of 2023?

Yes, CVE-2016-3353 remains a concern for users of the affected versions of Internet Explorer if not properly patched.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-3353

high

8.3

CWE

254

14/9/2016

12/10/2018

CVE-2016-3353

First published: Wed Sep 14 2016(Updated: )

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 mishandles .url files from the Internet zone, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via a crafted file, aka "Internet Explorer Security Feature Bypass."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Internet Explorer	=9
Internet Explorer	=10
Internet Explorer	=11

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-3353?
CVE-2016-3353 is classified as a security feature bypass vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3353?
To fix CVE-2016-3353, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2016-3353?
CVE-2016-3353 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 9, 10, and 11.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-3353 facilitate?
CVE-2016-3353 allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions via crafted .url files.
Is CVE-2016-3353 still a concern as of 2023?
Yes, CVE-2016-3353 remains a concern for users of the affected versions of Internet Explorer if not properly patched.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-3353?
CVE-2016-3353 is classified as a security feature bypass vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3353?
To fix CVE-2016-3353, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Internet Explorer.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2016-3353?
CVE-2016-3353 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 9, 10, and 11.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-3353 facilitate?
CVE-2016-3353 allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions via crafted .url files.
Is CVE-2016-3353 still a concern as of 2023?
Yes, CVE-2016-3353 remains a concern for users of the affected versions of Internet Explorer if not properly patched.