CVE-2016-9839
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.50%
Last modified
CVE-2016-9839 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In MapServer before 7.0.3, OGR driver error messages are too verbose and may leak sensitive information if data connection fails.. EPSS estimates a 1.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In MapServer before 7.0.3, OGR driver error messages are too verbose and may leak sensitive information if data connection fails.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Osgeo | Mapserver | <= 7.0.2 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94856Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/mapserver/mapserver/pull/5356Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94856Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/mapserver/mapserver/pull/5356Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-9839?
In MapServer before 7.0.3, OGR driver error messages are too verbose and may leak sensitive information if data connection fails.
How severe is CVE-2016-9839?
CVE-2016-9839 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9839?
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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