CVE-2016-1578
UnknownEPSS 3.04%
Last modified
CVE-2016-1578 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Use-after-free vulnerability in Oxide allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, related to responding synchronously to permission requests.. EPSS estimates a 3.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in Oxide allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, related to responding synchronously to permission requests.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 15.10 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
| Oxide Project | Oxide | All versions |
References
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2955-1Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2955-1Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-1578?
Use-after-free vulnerability in Oxide allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, related to responding synchronously to permission requests.
How severe is CVE-2016-1578?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1578 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1578?
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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