CVE-2016-3379

Name: CVE-2016-3379
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-09-14T10:59:53.86+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 8.23%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3379 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 1 and 2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a meeting-invitation request, aka "Microsoft Exchange Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 8.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 1 and 2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a meeting-invitation request, aka "Microsoft Exchange Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

8.23%

94.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Exchange Server	2016	Cumulative Update 1

References

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3379?

How severe is CVE-2016-3379?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3379 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3379?

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