CVE-2016-7281

UnknownEPSS 12.51%

Last modified

CVE-2016-7281 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Web Workers implementation in Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 and Microsoft Edge allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via unspecified vectors, aka "Microsoft Browser Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 12.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Web Workers implementation in Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 and Microsoft Edge allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via unspecified vectors, aka "Microsoft Browser Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
12.51%

95.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftEdgeAll versions
MicrosoftInternet Explorer10
MicrosoftInternet Explorer11

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-7281?
The Web Workers implementation in Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 and Microsoft Edge allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy via unspecified vectors, aka "Microsoft Browser Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2016-7281?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7281 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 12.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7281?
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