CVE-2016-7227: Infoleak

Published Nov 10, 2016
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Updated

The scripting engines in Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 and Microsoft Edge allow remote attackers to determine the existence of local files via unspecified vectors, aka "Microsoft Browser Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Affected Software

4 affected components
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Internet Explorer=10
Microsoft Internet Explorer=11

Event History

Nov 10, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:16 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:16 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-7227?

CVE-2016-7227 has a severity rating that can be classified as critical due to its potential for information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-7227?

To fix CVE-2016-7227, it is recommended to update Microsoft Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge to the latest versions provided by Microsoft.

3

What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2016-7227?

CVE-2016-7227 affects Internet Explorer versions 9, 10, and 11.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-7227?

CVE-2016-7227 can be exploited by attackers to determine the existence of local files on the user's system via specially crafted web content.

5

Is Microsoft Edge vulnerable to CVE-2016-7227?

Yes, CVE-2016-7227 affects Microsoft Edge in addition to older versions of Internet Explorer.

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