CVE-2016-10188
UnknownEPSS 2.94%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10188 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Use-after-free vulnerability in bitlbee-libpurple before 3.5 allows remote servers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code by causing a file transfer connection to expire.. EPSS estimates a 2.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in bitlbee-libpurple before 3.5 allows remote servers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code by causing a file transfer connection to expire.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bitlbee | Bitlbee | <= 3.4.2 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/30/4Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/31/11Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.bitlbee.org/ticket/1281Issue Tracking, Patch, VDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/30/4Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/31/11Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.bitlbee.org/ticket/1281Issue Tracking, Patch, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10188?
Use-after-free vulnerability in bitlbee-libpurple before 3.5 allows remote servers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code by causing a file transfer connection to expire.
How severe is CVE-2016-10188?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-10188 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10188?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-10188?
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