CVE-2016-10128: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Mar 24 2017(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the git_pkt_parse_line function in transports/smart_pkt.c in the Git Smart Protocol support in libgit2 before 0.24.6 and 0.25.x before 0.25.1 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a crafted non-flush packet.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libgit2 | <=0.24.5 | |
| libgit2 | =0.25.0 | |
| libgit2 | =0.25.0-rc1 | |
| libgit2 | =0.25.0-rc2 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2017-02/msg00030.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2017-02/msg00036.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2017-02/msg00072.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/10/5
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/11/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95338
- https://github.com/libgit2/libgit2/commit/4ac39c76c0153d1ee6889a0984c39e97731684b2
- https://github.com/libgit2/libgit2/commit/66e3774d279672ee51c3b54545a79d20d1ada834
- https://libgit2.github.com/security/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10128?
CVE-2016-10128 is considered to have a medium severity due to the potential for remote attacks through crafted packets.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10128?
Fix CVE-2016-10128 by upgrading to libgit2 version 0.24.6 or 0.25.1 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-10128?
CVE-2016-10128 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the git_pkt_parse_line function of libgit2.
Which versions of libgit2 are affected by CVE-2016-10128?
CVE-2016-10128 affects libgit2 versions prior to 0.24.6 and version 0.25.0.
Can CVE-2016-10128 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-10128 can be exploited remotely via a crafted non-flush packet.
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