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CVE-2016-3393: Microsoft Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri Oct 14 2016(Updated: )

Graphics Device Interface (aka GDI or GDI+) in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2; Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1; Windows 7 SP1; Windows 8.1; Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2; Windows RT 8.1; and Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site, aka "Windows Graphics Component RCE Vulnerability."

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows
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 2008 Itanium=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10=1511
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
=sp1
=sp2
=r2-sp1
=r2
=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-3393?

    CVE-2016-3393 has a critical severity rating that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-3393?

    To fix CVE-2016-3393, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

  • What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2016-3393?

    CVE-2016-3393 affects multiple versions, including Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server editions.

  • Can CVE-2016-3393 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-3393 can be exploited remotely without user interaction, making it particularly dangerous.

  • What component of Windows does CVE-2016-3393 affect?

    CVE-2016-3393 affects the Graphics Device Interface (GDI) of Microsoft Windows.

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