CVE-2016-10189
UnknownEPSS 4.04%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10189 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. BitlBee before 3.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a file transfer request for a contact that is not in the contact list.. EPSS estimates a 4.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
BitlBee before 3.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a file transfer request for a contact that is not in the contact list.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bitlbee | Bitlbee | <= 3.4.2 |
| Bitlbee | Bitlbee-Libpurple | <= 3.5 |
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/1282Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/bitlbee/bitlbee/commit/701ab8129ba9ea64f569daedca9a8603abad740fPatch, Third Party Advisory
- 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/1282Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/bitlbee/bitlbee/commit/701ab8129ba9ea64f569daedca9a8603abad740fPatch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10189?
BitlBee before 3.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a file transfer request for a contact that is not in the contact list.
How severe is CVE-2016-10189?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-10189 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10189?
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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