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CVE-2016-7256

MI

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Windows Open Type Font Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

What it is

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.

What to do

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Vendor notices and references

Description and required action as published by CISA. Full record at NVD.

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