CVE-2016-2378: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Jan 06 2017(Updated: )
A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the handling of the MXIT protocol Pidgin. Specially crafted data sent via the server could potentially result in a buffer overflow, potentially resulting in memory corruption. A malicious server or an unfiltered malicious user can send negative length values to trigger this 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-2016-2378?
CVE-2016-2378 is classified as a high-severity buffer overflow vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2378?
To fix CVE-2016-2378, update Pidgin to version 2.10.13 or later, or apply the relevant patches from your operating system vendor.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-2378?
CVE-2016-2378 affects Pidgin versions up to 2.10.12, and specific versions of Ubuntu and Debian Linux.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-2378?
CVE-2016-2378 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to memory corruption.
Can CVE-2016-2378 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-2378 can be exploited by sending specially crafted data from a malicious server.
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