Is CVE-2016-8024 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2016-8024, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2016-8024 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2016-8024 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2016-8024?

CVE-2016-8024 has a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH).

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CVE-2016-8024

CWE-113Published: March 14, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

8.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Improper neutralization of CRLF sequences in HTTP headers vulnerability in Intel Security VirusScan Enterprise Linux (VSEL) 2.0.3 (and earlier) allows remote unauthenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information via the server HTTP response spoofing.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2016-8024 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 8.1.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2016-8024. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.