CVE-2016-7974

UnknownEPSS 3.11%

Last modified

CVE-2016-7974 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The IP parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-ip.c, multiple functions.. EPSS estimates a 3.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

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

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.11%

86.1th 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-2016-7974?
The IP parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-ip.c, multiple functions.
How severe is CVE-2016-7974?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7974 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7974?
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