Vulnerability Description
Integer signedness error in libc/string/arm/memset.S in uClibc and uClibc-ng before 1.0.16 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a negative length value to the memset function.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Uclibc | Uclibc | - |
| Uclibc-Ng Project | Uclibc-Ng | < 1.0.16 |
References
- http://mailman.uclibc-ng.org/pipermail/devel/2016-July/001067.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- http://mailman.uclibc-ng.org/pipermail/devel/2016-May/000890.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/29/3Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/21/2Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/21/6Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91492Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://mailman.uclibc-ng.org/pipermail/devel/2016-July/001067.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- http://mailman.uclibc-ng.org/pipermail/devel/2016-May/000890.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/29/3Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/21/2Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/21/6Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91492Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-6264?
CVE-2016-6264 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Integer signedness error in libc/string/arm/memset.S in uClibc and uClibc-ng before 1.0.16 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a negative length value to the me...
How severe is CVE-2016-6264?
CVE-2016-6264 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-2016-6264?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Uclibc Uclibc, Uclibc-Ng Project Uclibc-Ng.