Vulnerability Description
A bug in util-print.c:relts_print() in tcpdump before 4.9.0 could cause a buffer overflow in multiple protocol parsers (DNS, DVMRP, HSRP, IGMP, lightweight resolver protocol, PIM).
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tcpdump | Tcpdump | <= 4.8.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3775
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95852Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037755
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1871
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201702-30
- https://www.mail-archive.com/debian-bugs-dist%40lists.debian.org/msg1494526.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3775
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95852Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037755
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1871
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201702-30
- https://www.mail-archive.com/debian-bugs-dist%40lists.debian.org/msg1494526.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-7993?
CVE-2016-7993 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). A bug in util-print.c:relts_print() in tcpdump before 4.9.0 could cause a buffer overflow in multiple protocol parsers (DNS, DVMRP, HSRP, IGMP, lightweight resolver protocol, PIM).
How severe is CVE-2016-7993?
CVE-2016-7993 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-2016-7993?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tcpdump Tcpdump.