CVE-2016-3227
UnknownEPSS 25.46%
Last modified
CVE-2016-3227 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Use-after-free vulnerability in the DNS Server component in Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted requests, aka "Windows DNS Server Use After Free Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 25.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in the DNS Server component in Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted requests, aka "Windows DNS Server Use After Free Vulnerability."
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions | Gold |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 | — |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-3227?
Use-after-free vulnerability in the DNS Server component in Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted requests, aka "Windows DNS Server Use After Free Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2016-3227?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3227 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 25.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3227?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
- Autonomous PentestingAI agents that find and validate exploitable vulnerabilities like this one across your applications.
- PR ReviewsPentest every pull request so vulnerable code is caught before it ships to production.
- AI Penetration TestingHow AI-driven penetration testing continuously covers your attack surface.
Related CVEs from 2016
- CVE-2016-3221The kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Wind…
- CVE-2016-3222Microsoft Edge allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary …
- CVE-2016-3223Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 …
- CVE-2016-3224Rejected reason: DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. ConsultID…
- CVE-2016-3225The SMB server component in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Win…
- CVE-2016-3226Active Directory in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 and…
- CVE-2016-3228Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1 and Windows Ser…
- CVE-2016-3229Rejected reason: DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. ConsultID…
- CVE-2016-3230The Search component in Microsoft Windows 7, Windows Server …
- CVE-2016-3231The Standard Collector service in Windows Diagnostics Hub mi…
- CVE-2016-3232The Virtual PCI (VPCI) virtual service provider in Microsoft…
- CVE-2016-3233Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, and Office Compati…
Are you affected by CVE-2016-3227?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST