Is CVE-2016-0189 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2016-0189 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2016-0189 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2016-0189 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2016-0189?

CVE-2016-0189 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2016-0189

Published: March 28, 2022

EPSS:91.50%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.7th

Official Description

The Microsoft JScript nd VBScript engines, as used in Internet Explorer and other products, allow attackers to execute remote code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2022-03-28Federal patch deadline: 2022-04-18

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This memory corruption vulnerability in Microsoft JScript and VBScript engines, used in Internet Explorer, allows attackers to execute remote code or cause a denial of service. It is a high-severity issue with a very high EPSS score of 0.91503, indicating a high likelihood of exploitation, and is confirmed to be actively exploited.

Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild. It is remotely exploitable via a crafted web site.

Recommended Action

Users should update Microsoft Internet Explorer and related components to the latest patched versions or consider using alternative, more secure browsers.

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-2016-0189 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-2016-0189 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.