CVE-2016-5365

Name: CVE-2016-5365
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-06-14T14:59:03.743+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.08%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5365 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in Huawei Honor WS851 routers with software 1.1.21.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges via unspecified vectors, aka HWPSIRT-2016-05051.. EPSS estimates a 2.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in Huawei Honor WS851 routers with software 1.1.21.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges via unspecified vectors, aka HWPSIRT-2016-05051.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.08%

79.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Huawei	Honor Ws851 Firmware	<= 1.1.21.1

References

http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20160607-01-honorrouter-enVendor Advisory
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20160607-01-honorrouter-enVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 14, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5365?

How severe is CVE-2016-5365?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5365 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5365?

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