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CVE-2016-0080

4.3 · MEDIUM

Microsoft Edge mishandles exceptions during window-message dispatch operations, which allows remote attackers to bypass the ASLR protection mechanism via a crafted web site, aka "Microsoft Edge ASL…

Published Feb 10, 2016CWE-200EPSS 15.01%

Overview

CVE-2016-0080 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 10, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Microsoft Edge mishandles exceptions during window-message dispatch operations, which allows remote attackers to bypass the ASLR protection mechanism via a crafted web site, aka "Microsoft Edge ASLR Bypass."

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-0080?

CVE-2016-0080 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 10, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2016-0080?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2016-0080?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2016-0080?

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