CVE-2016-10714
UnknownEPSS 2.21%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10714 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In zsh before 5.3, an off-by-one error resulted in undersized buffers that were intended to support PATH_MAX characters.. EPSS estimates a 2.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In zsh before 5.3, an off-by-one error resulted in undersized buffers that were intended to support PATH_MAX characters.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zsh | Zsh | < 5.3 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 17.10 |
References
- https://sourceforge.net/p/zsh/code/ci/a62e1640bcafbb82d86ea8d8ce057a83c4683d60Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3593-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/zsh/code/ci/a62e1640bcafbb82d86ea8d8ce057a83c4683d60Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3593-1/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10714?
In zsh before 5.3, an off-by-one error resulted in undersized buffers that were intended to support PATH_MAX characters.
How severe is CVE-2016-10714?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-10714 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10714?
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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