CVE-2016-5434
UnknownEPSS 1.48%
Last modified
CVE-2016-5434 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. libalpm, as used in pacman 5.0.1, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop or out-of-bounds read) via a crafted signature file.. EPSS estimates a 1.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
libalpm, as used in pacman 5.0.1, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop or out-of-bounds read) via a crafted signature file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pacman Project | Pacman | 5.0.1 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/11/4Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/14/6Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.archlinux.org/pipermail/pacman-dev/2016-June/021148.htmlExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/11/4Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/14/6Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.archlinux.org/pipermail/pacman-dev/2016-June/021148.htmlExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-5434?
libalpm, as used in pacman 5.0.1, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop or out-of-bounds read) via a crafted signature file.
How severe is CVE-2016-5434?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5434 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5434?
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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