CVE-2016-0018

Name: CVE-2016-0018
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-01-13T05:59:14.763+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 13.53%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-0018 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 mishandle DLL loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "DLL Loading Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 13.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 mishandle DLL loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "DLL Loading Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

13.53%

96.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-426

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 10	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows 10	1511	—
Microsoft	Windows 7	All versions	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows 8	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows 8.1	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows Server 2012	r2	—

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034661Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-007Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034661Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-007Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 13, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-0018?

How severe is CVE-2016-0018?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-0018 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 13.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0018?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST