Vulnerability Description
In OpenSSL 1.1.0 before 1.1.0c, TLS connections using *-CHACHA20-POLY1305 ciphersuites are susceptible to a DoS attack by corrupting larger payloads. This can result in an OpenSSL crash. This issue is not considered to be exploitable beyond a DoS.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openssl | Openssl | 1.1.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94238Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037261
- https://h20566.www2.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docLocale=en_US&docId=emr_na
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40899/
- https://www.openssl.org/news/secadv/20161110.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94238Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037261
- https://h20566.www2.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docLocale=en_US&docId=emr_na
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40899/
- https://www.openssl.org/news/secadv/20161110.txtPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-7054?
CVE-2016-7054 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). In OpenSSL 1.1.0 before 1.1.0c, TLS connections using *-CHACHA20-POLY1305 ciphersuites are susceptible to a DoS attack by corrupting larger payloads. This can result in an OpenSSL crash. This issue is...
How severe is CVE-2016-7054?
CVE-2016-7054 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-2016-7054?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openssl Openssl.