CVE-2016-5827
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 3.07%
Last modified
CVE-2016-5827 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The icaltime_from_string function in libical 0.47 and 1.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap read) via a crafted string to the icalparser_parse_string function.. EPSS estimates a 3.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The icaltime_from_string function in libical 0.47 and 1.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap read) via a crafted string to the icalparser_parse_string function.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Libical Project | Libical | 0.47 |
| Libical Project | Libical | 1.0.0 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/25/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91459Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1281043Issue Tracking
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/25/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91459Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1281043Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-5827?
The icaltime_from_string function in libical 0.47 and 1.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap read) via a crafted string to the icalparser_parse_string function.
How severe is CVE-2016-5827?
CVE-2016-5827 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5827?
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-2016-5827?
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