Vulnerability Description
The archive_wstring_append_from_mbs function in archive_string.c in libarchive 3.2.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted archive file.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libarchive | Libarchive | 3.2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97327Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/libarchive/libarchive/issues/842ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/11/msg00037.html
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3736-1/
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4360
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97327Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/libarchive/libarchive/issues/842ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/11/msg00037.html
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3736-1/
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4360
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-10209?
CVE-2016-10209 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The archive_wstring_append_from_mbs function in archive_string.c in libarchive 3.2.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted...
How severe is CVE-2016-10209?
CVE-2016-10209 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-10209?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libarchive Libarchive.