Vulnerability Description
JavaScriptCore in WebKit allows attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap read) via a crafted Javascript file.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Webkit | Webkit | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/26/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94554Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038137
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201706-15
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/26/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94554Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038137
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201706-15
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-9642?
CVE-2016-9642 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). JavaScriptCore in WebKit allows attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap read) via a crafted Javascript file.
How severe is CVE-2016-9642?
CVE-2016-9642 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-9642?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Webkit Webkit.