CVE-2016-1606: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 3, 2016

Updated

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in COM objects in Micro Focus Rumba 9.4.x before 9.4 HF 13960 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) the NetworkName property value to ObjectXSNAConfig.ObjectXSNAConfig in iconfig.dll, (2) the CPName property value to ObjectXSNAConfig.ObjectXSNAConfig in iconfig.dll, (3) the PrinterName property value to ProfileEditor.PrintPasteControl in ProfEdit.dll, (4) the Data argument to the WriteRecords function in FTXBIFFLib.AS400FtxBIFF in FtxBIFF.dll, (5) the Serialized property value to NMSECCOMPARAMSLib.SSL3 in NMSecComParams.dll, (6) the UserName property value to NMSECCOMPARAMSLib.FirewallProxy in NMSecComParams.dll, (7) the LUName property value to ProfileEditor.MFSNAControl in ProfEdit.dll, (8) the newVal argument to the Load function in FTPSFTPLib.SFtpSession in FTPSFtp.dll, or (9) a long Host field in the FTP Client.

Affected Software

1 affected component

Microfocus Rumba=9.4

Event History

Jul 3, 2016

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1606?

CVE-2016-1606 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1606?

To fix CVE-2016-1606, upgrade Micro Focus Rumba to version 9.4 HF 13960 or later.

What products are affected by CVE-2016-1606?

CVE-2016-1606 affects Micro Focus Rumba version 9.4 and earlier.

Can CVE-2016-1606 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-1606 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specifically crafted requests.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1606?

CVE-2016-1606 is classified as a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in COM objects.