CVE-2016-10349: Buffer Overflow

Published May 1, 2017
·
Updated

CVE-2016-10350 The archivereadformatcabreadheader function in archivereadsupportformatcab.c in libarchive 3.2.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read and application crash) via a crafted file. CVE-2016-10349 The archivele32dec function in archiveendian.h in libarchive 3.2.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read and application crash) via a crafted file.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
Libarchive libarchive=3.2.2
F5 BIG-IP>=17.5.0<=17.5.1, >=17.1.0<=17.1.2
17.5.1.217.1.3
F5 BIG-IP>=16.1.0<=16.1.6
F5 BIG-IP>=15.1.0<=15.1.10
F5 BIG-IQ Centralized Management>=8.2.0<=8.4.0
8.4.1
debian/libarchive
3.4.3-2+deb11u13.4.3-2+deb11u33.6.2-1+deb12u33.6.2-1+deb12u23.7.4-43.8.5-1

Event History

May 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:59 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 5, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·07:27 PM
Description
Oct 25, 2024
Advisory Published
via F5·09:34 PM
Data Sourced
via F5·09:34 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 19, 2026
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·03:54 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Debian·03:55 PM
DescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-10349?

CVE-2016-10349 has a severity rating that indicates it may lead to a denial of service through heap-based buffer over-read and application crash.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-10349?

To fix CVE-2016-10349, update the libarchive package to version 3.2.2-3.1 or later for affected systems.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2016-10349?

CVE-2016-10349 affects various versions of the libarchive library across Ubuntu and Debian distributions, as well as F5 BIG-IP products.

4

Is CVE-2016-10349 a remote code execution vulnerability?

No, CVE-2016-10349 is primarily a denial of service vulnerability and does not allow for remote code execution.

5

What should I do if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2016-10349?

If your system is vulnerable to CVE-2016-10349, it is recommended to apply the necessary updates as soon as possible to mitigate the risk.

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