PatchTheCVECVE-2016-10646: resourcehacker is a Node wrapper of Resource Hacker (windows executable resource editor)
CVE-2016-10646 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting resourcehacker. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
resourcehacker is a Node wrapper of Resource Hacker (windows executable resource editor). resourcehacker downloads binary resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remote code execution (RCE) by swapping out the requested binary with an attacker controlled binary if the attacker is on the network or positioned in between the user and the remote server.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2016-10646?
resourcehacker: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2016-10646 being exploited?
CVE-2016-10646 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2016-10646 affect?
CVE-2016-10646 affects resourcehacker. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). resourcehacker is a Node wrapper of Resource Hacker (windows executable resource editor). resourcehacker downloads binary resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remote code execution (RC
How urgent is CVE-2016-10646?
Priority 52/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action