CVE-2016-0860: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 15, 2016
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the BwpAlarm subsystem in Advantech WebAccess before 8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted RPC request.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Advantech WebAccess<=8.0
Event History
Jan 15, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0860?
CVE-2016-0860 has a severity rating that suggests it can lead to a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-0860?
To fix CVE-2016-0860, upgrade Advantech WebAccess to version 8.1 or later.
3
What is the impact of CVE-2016-0860?
The impact of CVE-2016-0860 is that it can allow remote attackers to crash the system, resulting in a denial of service.
4
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-0860?
Advantech WebAccess versions prior to 8.1, including all versions up to and including 8.0, are affected by CVE-2016-0860.
5
What type of attack does CVE-2016-0860 enable?
CVE-2016-0860 enables remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack through a crafted RPC request.