Vulnerability Description
The parser_get_next_char function in libical 0.47 and 1.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap read) by crafting a string to the icalparser_parse_string function.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libical Project | Libical | 0.47 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/25/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91459Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1281041Issue Tracking
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/25/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91459Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1281041Issue Tracking
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-5826?
CVE-2016-5826 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The parser_get_next_char function in libical 0.47 and 1.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap read) by crafting a string to the icalparser_parse_string function.
How severe is CVE-2016-5826?
CVE-2016-5826 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-2016-5826?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libical Project Libical.