CVE-2016-2087: Path Traversal
Published Jan 18, 2017
·Updated
Directory traversal vulnerability in the client in HexChat 2.11.0 allows remote IRC servers to read or modify arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the server name.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Hexchat Project Hexchat=2.11.0
Event History
Jan 18, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2087?
CVE-2016-2087 is classified as a high severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-2087?
To fix CVE-2016-2087, upgrade your HexChat client to a version later than 2.11.0.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-2087?
CVE-2016-2087 is a directory traversal vulnerability affecting HexChat 2.11.0.
4
What can attackers achieve with CVE-2016-2087?
Attackers can read or modify arbitrary files on the client system through the vulnerability in CVE-2016-2087.
5
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-2087?
CVE-2016-2087 specifically affects HexChat version 2.11.0.