CVE-2016-6350
UnknownEPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6350 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. OpenBSD 5.8 and 5.9 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and panic) via a sysctl call with a path starting with 10,9.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
OpenBSD 5.8 and 5.9 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and panic) via a sysctl call with a path starting with 10,9.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openbsd | 5.8 |
| Openbsd | Openbsd | 5.9 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/26/6Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/26/8Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/26/6Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/26/8Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6350?
OpenBSD 5.8 and 5.9 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and panic) via a sysctl call with a path starting with 10,9.
How severe is CVE-2016-6350?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6350 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6350?
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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