CVE-2016-0162

Name: CVE-2016-0162
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-04-12T23:59:26.41+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 22.09%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-0162 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of files via crafted JavaScript code, aka "Internet Explorer Information Disclosure Vulnerability.". CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 22.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of files via crafted JavaScript code, aka "Internet Explorer Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

4.3/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

22.09%

97.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Jun 14, 2022.

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	9
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	10
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	11

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85939Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035521Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-037Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85939Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035521Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-037Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2016-0162US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Apr 12, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-0162?

Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 through 11 allows remote attackers to determine the existence of files via crafted JavaScript code, aka "Internet Explorer Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

How severe is CVE-2016-0162?

CVE-2016-0162 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 22.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0162?

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-2016-0162?

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Source: NVD / NIST