Vulnerability Description
libdwarf before 20160923 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via a large length value in a compilation unit header.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libdwarf Project | Libdwarf | >= 1999-12-14, < 2016-09-23 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/24/1Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/25/1ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://www.prevanders.net/dwarfbug.htmlThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/24/1Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/25/1ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://www.prevanders.net/dwarfbug.htmlThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-5040?
CVE-2016-5040 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). libdwarf before 20160923 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via a large length value in a compilation unit header.
How severe is CVE-2016-5040?
CVE-2016-5040 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-5040?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libdwarf Project Libdwarf.