CVE-2016-5391
UnknownEPSS 2.96%
Last modified
CVE-2016-5391 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. libreswan before 3.18 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and pluto daemon restart).. EPSS estimates a 2.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
libreswan before 3.18 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and pluto daemon restart).
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libreswan | Libreswan | <= 3.17 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 23 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 24 |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1356183Issue Tracking
- https://libreswan.org/security/CVE-2016-5391/CVE-2016-5391.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1356183Issue Tracking
- https://libreswan.org/security/CVE-2016-5391/CVE-2016-5391.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-5391?
libreswan before 3.18 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and pluto daemon restart).
How severe is CVE-2016-5391?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5391 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5391?
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-2016-5391?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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