Is CVE-2016-1646 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2016-1646 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2016-1646 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2016-1646 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2016-1646?

CVE-2016-1646 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2016-1646

Published: June 8, 2022

EPSS:68.65%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:98.6th

Official Description

Google Chromium V8 Engine contains an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service or possibly have another unspecified impact via crafted JavaScript code. This vulnerability could affect multiple web browsers that utilize Chromium, including, but not limited to, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Google Chromium V8 Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2022-06-08Federal patch deadline: 2022-06-22

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability in the Google Chromium V8 Engine can lead to a denial of service or other unspecified impacts via crafted JavaScript. The high EPSS score of 0.68652 signifies a high probability of exploitation, and its presence in CISA's KEV confirms it has been actively exploited.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild, as confirmed by its inclusion in CISA's KEV. It is remotely exploitable through malicious JavaScript code.

Recommended Action

Users of web browsers utilizing Chromium, such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera, should update to the latest available versions. Keep all web browsers updated to protect against client-side exploits.

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-2016-1646 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-2016-1646 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.