Vulnerability Description
NRSS RSS Reader 0.3.9-1 contains a stack buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying an oversized argument to the -F parameter. Attackers can craft a malicious input with 256 bytes of padding followed by a controlled EIP value to overwrite the return address and achieve code execution.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nrss | Nrss | <= 0.3.9-1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.codezen.org/nrss/Broken LinkProduct
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39810ExploitVDB Entry
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/nrss-rss-reader-1-stack-buffer-overflowThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-20043?
CVE-2016-20043 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). NRSS RSS Reader 0.3.9-1 contains a stack buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying an oversized argument to the -F parameter. Attackers can craft...
How severe is CVE-2016-20043?
CVE-2016-20043 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-2016-20043?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nrss Nrss.