CVE-2016-7927
UnknownEPSS 3.11%
Last modified
CVE-2016-7927 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The IEEE 802.11 parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-802_11.c:ieee802_11_radio_print().. EPSS estimates a 3.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The IEEE 802.11 parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-802_11.c:ieee802_11_radio_print().
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tcpdump | Tcpdump | <= 4.8.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95852Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95852Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-7927?
The IEEE 802.11 parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-802_11.c:ieee802_11_radio_print().
How severe is CVE-2016-7927?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7927 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7927?
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