Vulnerability Description
A buffer overflow in Redis 3.2.x prior to 3.2.4 causes arbitrary code execution when a crafted command is sent. An out of bounds write vulnerability exists in the handling of the client-output-buffer-limit option during the CONFIG SET command for the Redis data structure store. A crafted CONFIG SET command can lead to an out of bounds write potentially resulting in code execution.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redislabs | Redis | 3.2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93283Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0206/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/antirez/redis/commit/6d9f8e2462fc2c426d48c941edeb78e5df7d2977PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201702-16Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93283Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0206/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/antirez/redis/commit/6d9f8e2462fc2c426d48c941edeb78e5df7d2977PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201702-16Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8339?
CVE-2016-8339 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). A buffer overflow in Redis 3.2.x prior to 3.2.4 causes arbitrary code execution when a crafted command is sent. An out of bounds write vulnerability exists in the handling of the client-output-buffer-...
How severe is CVE-2016-8339?
CVE-2016-8339 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-2016-8339?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redislabs Redis.