CVE-2016-1951: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Aug 07 2016(Updated: )
Multiple integer overflows in io/prprf.c in Mozilla Netscape Portable Runtime (NSPR) before 4.12 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a long string to a PR_*printf function.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Netscape Portable Runtime | <=4.11 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92385
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036590
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3023-1
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1174015
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=mozilla.dev.tech.nspr/dV4MyMsg6jw/hhWcXOgJDQAJ
- https://hg.mozilla.org/projects/nspr/rev/96381e3aaae2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1951?
CVE-2016-1951 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to potential buffer overflow risks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1951?
To fix CVE-2016-1951, upgrade Netscape Portable Runtime to version 4.12 or later.
What happens if CVE-2016-1951 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-1951 can lead to denial of service or potentially allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Which versions of Netscape Portable Runtime are affected by CVE-2016-1951?
CVE-2016-1951 affects Netscape Portable Runtime versions prior to 4.12.
What components of Netscape Portable Runtime are involved in CVE-2016-1951?
CVE-2016-1951 involves multiple integer overflow issues in the io/prprf.c component.
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