CVE-2016-3119

UnknownEPSS 39.97%

Last modified

CVE-2016-3119 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The process_db_args function in plugins/kdb/ldap/libkdb_ldap/ldap_principal2.c in the LDAP KDB module in kadmind in MIT Kerberos 5 (aka krb5) through 1.13.4 and 1.14.x through 1.14.1 mishandles the DB argument, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and daemon crash) via a crafted request to modify a principal.. EPSS estimates a 39.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The process_db_args function in plugins/kdb/ldap/libkdb_ldap/ldap_principal2.c in the LDAP KDB module in kadmind in MIT Kerberos 5 (aka krb5) through 1.13.4 and 1.14.x through 1.14.1 mishandles the DB argument, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and daemon crash) via a crafted request to modify a principal.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
39.97%

98.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
OpensuseLeap42.1
OpensuseOpensuse13.2
MitKerberos 51.0
MitKerberos 51.0.6
MitKerberos 51.1
MitKerberos 51.1.1
MitKerberos 51.2
MitKerberos 51.2.1
MitKerberos 51.2.2
MitKerberos 51.2.3
MitKerberos 51.2.4
MitKerberos 51.2.5
MitKerberos 51.2.6
MitKerberos 51.2.7
MitKerberos 51.2.8
MitKerberos 51.3
MitKerberos 51.3.1
MitKerberos 51.3.2
MitKerberos 51.3.3
MitKerberos 51.3.4
MitKerberos 51.3.5
MitKerberos 51.3.6
MitKerberos 51.4
MitKerberos 51.4.1
MitKerberos 51.4.2
MitKerberos 51.4.3
MitKerberos 51.4.4
MitKerberos 51.5
MitKerberos 51.5.1
MitKerberos 51.5.2
MitKerberos 51.5.3
MitKerberos 51.6
MitKerberos 51.6.1
MitKerberos 51.6.2
MitKerberos 51.7
MitKerberos 51.7.1
MitKerberos 51.8
MitKerberos 51.8.1
MitKerberos 51.8.2
MitKerberos 51.8.3
MitKerberos 51.8.4
MitKerberos 51.8.5
MitKerberos 51.8.6
MitKerberos 51.9
MitKerberos 51.9.1
MitKerberos 51.9.2
MitKerberos 51.9.3
MitKerberos 51.9.4
MitKerberos 51.10
MitKerberos 51.10.1

Showing 50 of 71 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3119?
The process_db_args function in plugins/kdb/ldap/libkdb_ldap/ldap_principal2.c in the LDAP KDB module in kadmind in MIT Kerberos 5 (aka krb5) through 1.13.4 and 1.14.x through 1.14.1 mishandles the DB argument, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and daemon crash) via a crafted request to modify a principal.
How severe is CVE-2016-3119?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3119 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 39.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3119?
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