CVE-2016-5844
UnknownEPSS 4.13%
Last modified
CVE-2016-5844 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer overflow in the ISO parser in libarchive before 3.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted ISO file.. EPSS estimates a 4.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Integer overflow in the ISO parser in libarchive before 3.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted ISO file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libarchive | Libarchive | <= 3.2.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Hpc Node | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Hpc Node | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Hpc Node Eus | 7.2 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server Aus | 7.2 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server Eus | 7.2 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 7.0 |
| Oracle | Linux | 6 |
| Oracle | Linux | 7 |
| Oracle | Solaris | 11.3 |
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1844.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1850.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinjul2016-3090568.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91808Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036173Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.fuzzing-project.org/48-Out-of-bounds-read-and-signed-integer-overflow-in-libarchive.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1350280Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1844.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1850.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinjul2016-3090568.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91808Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036173Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.fuzzing-project.org/48-Out-of-bounds-read-and-signed-integer-overflow-in-libarchive.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1350280Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-5844?
Integer overflow in the ISO parser in libarchive before 3.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted ISO file.
How severe is CVE-2016-5844?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5844 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5844?
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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