CVE-2016-7256
Microsoft Windows Open Type Font Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
⚠ KEVEPSS 64.8%
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows font library improperly handles specially crafted embedded fonts. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could take control of the affected system.
How to fix CVE-2016-7256
No package mapping is available — consult the references below for vendor-specific guidance.
Is CVE-2016-7256 being exploited?
Yes — CVE-2016-7256 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. Patch immediately.
Affected packages (0)
No package mapping in OSV.