CVE-2016-7940

UnknownEPSS 3.29%

Last modified

CVE-2016-7940 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The STP parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-stp.c, multiple functions.. EPSS estimates a 3.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The STP parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-stp.c, multiple functions.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.29%

86.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
TcpdumpTcpdump<= 4.8.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-7940?
The STP parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-stp.c, multiple functions.
How severe is CVE-2016-7940?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7940 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7940?
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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Source: NVD / NIST