CVE-2016-4579
UnknownEPSS 3.23%
Last modified
CVE-2016-4579 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Libksba before 1.3.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via unspecified vectors, related to the "returned length of the object from _ksba_ber_parse_tl.". EPSS estimates a 3.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Libksba before 1.3.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via unspecified vectors, related to the "returned length of the object from _ksba_ber_parse_tl."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnupg | Libksba | <= 1.3.3 |
| Opensuse | Leap | 42.1 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 15.10 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4579?
Libksba before 1.3.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via unspecified vectors, related to the "returned length of the object from _ksba_ber_parse_tl."
How severe is CVE-2016-4579?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4579 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4579?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-4579?
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