CVE-2016-6308
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CVE-2016-6308 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. statem/statem_dtls.c in the DTLS implementation in OpenSSL 1.1.0 before 1.1.0a allocates memory before checking for an excessive length, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via crafted DTLS messages.. EPSS estimates a 14.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
statem/statem_dtls.c in the DTLS implementation in OpenSSL 1.1.0 before 1.1.0a allocates memory before checking for an excessive length, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via crafted DTLS messages.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openssl | Openssl | 1.1.0 |
References
- https://www.openssl.org/news/secadv/20160922.txtVendor Advisory
- https://www.openssl.org/news/secadv/20160922.txtVendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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