CVE-2016-0142

Name: CVE-2016-0142
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-10-14T02:59:04.907+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 20.41%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-0142 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Video Control in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web page, aka "Microsoft Video Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 20.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Video Control in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web page, aka "Microsoft Video Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

20.41%

97.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 10	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows 10	1511	—
Microsoft	Windows 10	1607	—
Microsoft	Windows 7	All versions	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows 8.1	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows Rt 8.1	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows Vista	All versions	Sp2

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 14, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-0142?

How severe is CVE-2016-0142?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-0142 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 20.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0142?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-0142?

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Source: NVD / NIST