CVE-2016-5040
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 4.26%
Last modified
CVE-2016-5040 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. libdwarf before 20160923 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via a large length value in a compilation unit header.. EPSS estimates a 4.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
libdwarf before 20160923 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via a large length value in a compilation unit header.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libdwarf Project | Libdwarf | >= 1999-12-14, < 2016-09-23 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/24/1Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/25/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.prevanders.net/dwarfbug.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/24/1Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/25/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.prevanders.net/dwarfbug.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-5040?
libdwarf before 20160923 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via a large length value in a compilation unit header.
How severe is CVE-2016-5040?
CVE-2016-5040 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5040?
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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