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CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2016-8598

Buffer overflow in the zmq interface in csp_if_zmqhub.c in the libcsp library v1.4 and earlier allows hostile computers connected via a zmq interface to execute arbitrary code via a long packet.

Vulnerability Description

Buffer overflow in the zmq interface in csp_if_zmqhub.c in the libcsp library v1.4 and earlier allows hostile computers connected via a zmq interface to execute arbitrary code via a long packet.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
LibcspLibcsp<= 1.4

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-119

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2016-8598?

CVE-2016-8598 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Buffer overflow in the zmq interface in csp_if_zmqhub.c in the libcsp library v1.4 and earlier allows hostile computers connected via a zmq interface to execute arbitrary code via a long packet.

How severe is CVE-2016-8598?

CVE-2016-8598 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-2016-8598?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libcsp Libcsp.