Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the PlayMacro function in ObjectXMacro.ObjectXMacro in WdMacCtl.ocx in Micro Focus Rumba 9.x before 9.3 HF 11997 and 9.4.x before 9.4 HF 12815 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long MacroName argument. NOTE: some references mention CVE-2016-5226 but that is not a correct ID for any Rumba vulnerability.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microfocus | Rumba | 9.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://community.microfocus.com/microfocus/mainframe_solutions/rumba/w/knowledge
- http://www.zeroscience.mk/en/vulnerabilities/ZSL-2016-5327.php
- https://cxsecurity.com/issue/WLB-2016050136
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40649/
- http://community.microfocus.com/microfocus/mainframe_solutions/rumba/w/knowledge
- http://www.zeroscience.mk/en/vulnerabilities/ZSL-2016-5327.php
- https://cxsecurity.com/issue/WLB-2016050136
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40649/
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-5228?
CVE-2016-5228 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Stack-based buffer overflow in the PlayMacro function in ObjectXMacro.ObjectXMacro in WdMacCtl.ocx in Micro Focus Rumba 9.x before 9.3 HF 11997 and 9.4.x before 9.4 HF 12815 allows remote attackers to...
How severe is CVE-2016-5228?
CVE-2016-5228 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-2016-5228?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microfocus Rumba.