CVE-2016-1944: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Jan 31 2016(Updated: )
The Buffer11::NativeBuffer11::map function in ANGLE, as used in Mozilla Firefox before 44.0, might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Firefox | =43.0.4 | |
| SUSE Linux | =42.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =13.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =13.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-02/msg00001.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-02/msg00002.html
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2016/mfsa2016-10.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/81950
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034825
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2880-1
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2880-2
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1186621
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201605-06
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1944?
CVE-2016-1944 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1944?
To fix CVE-2016-1944, update Mozilla Firefox to version 44.0 or later, or upgrade your OpenSUSE system to a patched version.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-1944?
CVE-2016-1944 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 44.0, as well as specific versions of OpenSUSE including 42.1, 13.1, and 13.2.
What impact does CVE-2016-1944 have?
CVE-2016-1944 may allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service or potentially lead to unspecified additional impacts due to memory corruption.
Is CVE-2016-1944 being actively exploited?
While specific exploitation details for CVE-2016-1944 are not publicly documented, it is advisable to apply the necessary updates to mitigate risks.
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