CVE-2016-0281
UnknownEPSS 8.42%
Last modified
CVE-2016-0281 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mustendd driver in IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 and VIOS 2.2.x, when the jumbo_frames feature is not enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (FC1763 or FC5899 adapter crash) via crafted packets.. EPSS estimates a 8.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The mustendd driver in IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 and VIOS 2.2.x, when the jumbo_frames feature is not enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (FC1763 or FC5899 adapter crash) via crafted packets.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.3 |
| Ibm | Aix | 6.1 |
| Ibm | Aix | 7.1 |
| Ibm | Aix | 7.2 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.10 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.11 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.12 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.13 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.0 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.1 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.3 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.4 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.5 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.6 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.7 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.8 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.9 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.0 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.1 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.2 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.3 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.4 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.5 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.0 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.1 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.2 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.3 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.4 |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-0281?
The mustendd driver in IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 and VIOS 2.2.x, when the jumbo_frames feature is not enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (FC1763 or FC5899 adapter crash) via crafted packets.
How severe is CVE-2016-0281?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-0281 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0281?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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