CVE-2016-2369: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Fri Jan 06 2017(Updated: )
A NULL pointer dereference vulnerability exists in the handling of the MXIT protocol in Pidgin. Specially crafted MXIT data sent via the server could potentially result in a denial of service vulnerability. A malicious server can send a packet starting with a NULL byte triggering the vulnerability.
Credit: cret@cert.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pidgin | <=2.10.12 | |
| Ubuntu | =12.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =15.10 | |
| Debian Linux | =8.0 | |
| <=2.10.12 | ||
| =12.04 | ||
| =14.04 | ||
| =15.10 | ||
| =8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2369?
CVE-2016-2369 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2369?
To fix CVE-2016-2369, update Pidgin to the latest version beyond 2.10.12.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-2369?
CVE-2016-2369 affects Pidgin versions up to 2.10.12 and specific versions of Ubuntu and Debian.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2016-2369?
CVE-2016-2369 involves a NULL pointer dereference due to maliciously crafted MXIT data.
Can CVE-2016-2369 lead to exploitation by attackers?
Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2016-2369 to cause an application crash or denial of service.
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