CVE-2016-10327: Buffer Overflow
LibreOffice before 2016-12-22 has an out-of-bounds write caused by a heap-based buffer overflow related to the EnhWMFReader::ReadEnhWMF function in vcl/source/filter/wmf/enhwmf.cxx.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
alpine/libreofficeto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.2.7.2-r0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10327?
CVE-2016-10327 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause memory corruption and system crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10327?
To fix CVE-2016-10327, update LibreOffice to the latest version beyond 5.3.0.0 as of December 2016.
What versions of LibreOffice are affected by CVE-2016-10327?
CVE-2016-10327 affects LibreOffice versions prior to 5.3.0.0, including all beta versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-10327?
CVE-2016-10327 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Who is responsible for addressing CVE-2016-10327?
The Document Foundation is responsible for addressing the vulnerabilities related to CVE-2016-10327 in LibreOffice.