Vulnerability Description
parse_string in cJSON.c in cJSON before 2016-10-02 has a buffer over-read, as demonstrated by a string that begins with a " character and ends with a \ character.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Davegamble | Cjson | < 0.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/DaveGamble/cJSON/commit/94df772485c92866ca417d92137747b2e3b0aPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/DaveGamble/cJSON/issues/30ExploitPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/07/2ExploitMailing ListPatch
- https://github.com/DaveGamble/cJSON/commit/94df772485c92866ca417d92137747b2e3b0aPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/DaveGamble/cJSON/issues/30ExploitPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/07/2ExploitMailing ListPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-10749?
CVE-2016-10749 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). parse_string in cJSON.c in cJSON before 2016-10-02 has a buffer over-read, as demonstrated by a string that begins with a " character and ends with a \ character.
How severe is CVE-2016-10749?
CVE-2016-10749 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-10749?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Davegamble Cjson.