Vulnerability Description
libdwarf 2016-10-21 allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service by using the "malformed dwarf file" approach, related to a "Heap Buffer Over-read" issue affecting the dwarf_util.c component, aka DW201611-006.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libdwarf Project | Libdwarf | 2016-10-21 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94980Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://sourceforge.net/p/libdwarf/bugs/5/Permissions Required
- https://sourceforge.net/p/libdwarf/code/ci/5dd64de047cd5ec479fb11fe7ff2692fd819eIssue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.prevanders.net/dwarfbug.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94980Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://sourceforge.net/p/libdwarf/bugs/5/Permissions Required
- https://sourceforge.net/p/libdwarf/code/ci/5dd64de047cd5ec479fb11fe7ff2692fd819eIssue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.prevanders.net/dwarfbug.htmlThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-9480?
CVE-2016-9480 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). libdwarf 2016-10-21 allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service by using the "malformed dwarf file" approach, related to a "Heap Buffer Over-read" i...
How severe is CVE-2016-9480?
CVE-2016-9480 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-9480?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libdwarf Project Libdwarf.