CVE-2016-0279: Buffer Overflow

Published Jun 26, 2016
·
Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in the KeyView PDF filter in IBM Domino 8.5.x before 8.5.3 FP6 IF13 and 9.x before 9.0.1 FP6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF document, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-0277, CVE-2016-0278, and CVE-2016-0301.

Affected Software

22 affected components
IBM Domino=8.5.2
IBM Domino=8.5.2.1
IBM Domino=8.5.2.2
IBM Domino=8.5.2.3
IBM Domino=8.5.0
IBM Domino=8.5.3
IBM Domino=8.5.3.1
IBM Domino=8.5.3.2
IBM Domino=8.5.3.3
IBM Domino=8.5.3.4
IBM Domino=8.5.3.5
IBM Domino=8.5.1
IBM Domino=8.5.1.1
IBM Domino=8.5.1.2
IBM Domino=8.5.1.3
IBM Domino=8.5.1.4
IBM Domino=9.0.1
IBM Domino=9.0.1.1
IBM Domino=9.0.1.2
IBM Domino=9.0.1.3
IBM Domino=9.0.1.4
IBM Domino=9.0.1.5

Event History

Jun 26, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-0279?

CVE-2016-0279 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-0279?

To fix CVE-2016-0279, upgrade to IBM Domino versions 8.5.3 FP6 IF13 or 9.0.1 FP6 and later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-0279?

CVE-2016-0279 is classified as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2016-0279?

CVE-2016-0279 affects IBM Domino versions 8.5.x prior to FP6 IF13 and 9.x prior to FP6.

5

What impact does CVE-2016-0279 have?

CVE-2016-0279 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PDF document.

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