CVE-2016-5720

Name: CVE-2016-5720
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-01-23T21:59:01.737+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.88%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5720 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in Microsoft Skype allow local users to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks via a Trojan horse (1) msi.dll, (2) dpapi.dll, or (3) cryptui.dll that is located in the current working directory.. EPSS estimates a 1.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in Microsoft Skype allow local users to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks via a Trojan horse (1) msi.dll, (2) dpapi.dll, or (3) cryptui.dll that is located in the current working directory.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.88%

76.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Skype	All versions

References

http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Sep/65Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95859
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Sep/65Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95859

Timeline

Published: Jan 23, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5720?

How severe is CVE-2016-5720?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5720 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5720?

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