CVE-2016-3116
UnknownEPSS 19.30%
Last modified
CVE-2016-3116 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. CRLF injection vulnerability in Dropbear SSH before 2016.72 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended shell-command restrictions via crafted X11 forwarding data.. EPSS estimates a 19.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
CRLF injection vulnerability in Dropbear SSH before 2016.72 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended shell-command restrictions via crafted X11 forwarding data.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dropbear Ssh Project | Dropbear Ssh | <= 2015.71 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-3116?
CRLF injection vulnerability in Dropbear SSH before 2016.72 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended shell-command restrictions via crafted X11 forwarding data.
How severe is CVE-2016-3116?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3116 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 19.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3116?
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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