Vulnerability Description
TiEmu 3.03-nogdb+dfsg-3 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the ROM parameter handling that allows local attackers to crash the application or execute arbitrary code. Attackers can supply an oversized ROM parameter to the tiemu command-line interface to overflow the stack buffer and overwrite the instruction pointer with malicious addresses.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lpg.ticalc.org/prj_tiemu/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39692
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/tiemu-nogdb-dfsg-3-buffer-overflow-via-rom-
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-20040?
CVE-2016-20040 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). TiEmu 3.03-nogdb+dfsg-3 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the ROM parameter handling that allows local attackers to crash the application or execute arbitrary code. Attackers can supply an o...
How severe is CVE-2016-20040?
CVE-2016-20040 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-20040?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.