CVE-2016-2050 — MEDIUM (6.5)

Vulnerability Description

The get_abbrev_array_info function in libdwarf-20151114 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted elf file.

CVSS Score

6.5

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Libdwarf Project	Libdwarf	2015-11-14

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-787

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/01/19/9Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/01/25/3Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/01/19/9Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/01/25/3Mailing ListThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2016-2050?

CVE-2016-2050 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The get_abbrev_array_info function in libdwarf-20151114 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted elf file.

How severe is CVE-2016-2050?

CVE-2016-2050 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2016-2050?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libdwarf Project Libdwarf.