CVE-2016-8505

Name: CVE-2016-8505
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-10-26T18:59:07.3+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8505 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. XSS in Yandex Browser BookReader in Yandex browser for desktop for versions before 16.6. could be used by remote attacker for evaluation arbitrary javascript code.. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

XSS in Yandex Browser BookReader in Yandex browser for desktop for versions before 16.6. could be used by remote attacker for evaluation arbitrary javascript code.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.85%

53.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Yandex	Yandex.Browser	<= 16.4.0.94.4

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93925Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://browser.yandex.com/security/changelogs/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93925Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://browser.yandex.com/security/changelogs/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 26, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8505?

XSS in Yandex Browser BookReader in Yandex browser for desktop for versions before 16.6. could be used by remote attacker for evaluation arbitrary javascript code.

How severe is CVE-2016-8505?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8505 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8505?

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-2016-8505?

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Source: NVD / NIST