CVE-2016-4831

CVE-2016-4831 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linecorp Line with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Untrusted search path vulnerability in LINE and LINE Installer 4.7.0 and earlier on Windows allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in an unspecified directory.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-4831?
Untrusted search path vulnerability in LINE and LINE Installer 4.7.0 and earlier on Windows allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in an unspecified directory.
How severe is CVE-2016-4831?
CVE-2016-4831 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2016-4831 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-4831?
CVE-2016-4831 primarily affects Linecorp Line. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4831?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2016-4831 published?
CVE-2016-4831 was published on 2016-07-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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