ACTIVELY EXPLOITED
CVE-2016-3393: Microsoft Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
| Vendor | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Product | Windows |
| Actively exploited | Yes |
| Added to CISA KEV | 25 May 2022 |
| CISA federal deadline | 15 Jun 2022 |
| Weakness (CWE) | CWE-284 |
Required action (CISA's text)
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Description (NVD)
A remote code execution vulnerability exists due to the way the Windows GDI component handles objects in the memory. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could take control of the affected system.
SOURCES
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Data from NVD, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS and vendor advisories. Updated 10 Nov 2026.