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CVE-2016-2342

UnknownEPSS 12.11%

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CVE-2016-2342 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The bgp_nlri_parse_vpnv4 function in bgp_mplsvpn.c in the VPNv4 NLRI parser in bgpd in Quagga before 1.0.20160309, when a certain VPNv4 configuration is used, relies on a Labeled-VPN SAFI routes-data length field during a data copy, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (stack-based buffer overflow) via a crafted packet.. EPSS estimates a 12.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The bgp_nlri_parse_vpnv4 function in bgp_mplsvpn.c in the VPNv4 NLRI parser in bgpd in Quagga before 1.0.20160309, when a certain VPNv4 configuration is used, relies on a Labeled-VPN SAFI routes-data length field during a data copy, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (stack-based buffer overflow) via a crafted packet.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
12.11%

95.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
QuaggaQuagga0.99.24
DebianDebian Linux7.0
DebianDebian Linux8.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2342?
The bgp_nlri_parse_vpnv4 function in bgp_mplsvpn.c in the VPNv4 NLRI parser in bgpd in Quagga before 1.0.20160309, when a certain VPNv4 configuration is used, relies on a Labeled-VPN SAFI routes-data length field during a data copy, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (stack-based buffer overflow) via a crafted packet.
How severe is CVE-2016-2342?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2342 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 12.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2342?
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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Source: NVD / NIST