CVE-2016-0754: Input Validation
First published: Fri Jan 29 2016(Updated: )
cURL before 7.47.0 on Windows allows attackers to write to arbitrary files in the current working directory on a different drive via a colon in a remote file name.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Curl | <=7.46.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0754?
CVE-2016-0754 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary file writes.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0754?
To fix CVE-2016-0754, upgrade cURL to version 7.47.0 or later.
Which versions of cURL are affected by CVE-2016-0754?
CVE-2016-0754 affects cURL versions prior to 7.47.0.
On which operating systems does CVE-2016-0754 occur?
CVE-2016-0754 specifically affects cURL running on Windows.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-0754?
CVE-2016-0754 is a file write vulnerability that allows attackers to write files to arbitrary locations.
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