Is CVE-2016-0162 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2016-0162 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2016-0162 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2016-0162 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2016-0162?

CVE-2016-0162 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2016-0162

Published: May 24, 2022

EPSS:37.99%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:97.1th

Official Description

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Internet Explorer does not properly handle JavaScript. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to detect specific files on the user's computer.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Internet Explorer Information Disclosure Vulnerability

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Internet Explorer does not properly handle JavaScript. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to detect specific files on the user's computer.

Added to KEV: 2022-05-24Federal patch deadline: 2022-06-14

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This Internet Explorer vulnerability can expose sensitive information on a user's computer by improperly handling JavaScript. Its presence in the CISA KEV catalog and high EPSS score of 0.37993 highlight its confirmed exploitation and ongoing risk, making it an urgent concern.

Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild, and it is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. This indicates a high probability of successful attacks.

Recommended Action

Ensure Internet Explorer is updated to the latest version. Consider using alternative, more secure web browsers and implement robust endpoint security measures.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2016-0162 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2016-0162 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.