CVE-2016-3075: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jun 01 2016(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the nss_dns implementation of the getnetbyname function in GNU C Library (aka glibc) before 2.24 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption and application crash) via a long name.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux | =13.2 | |
| GNU C Library (glibc) | <=2.23 | |
| Fedora | =23 | |
| Ubuntu | =12.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =15.10 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2016-May/184626.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-06/msg00030.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-07/msg00039.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2573.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85732
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2985-1
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201702-11
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=19879
- https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=glibc.git;h=317b199b4aff8cfa27f2302ab404d2bb5032b9a4
- https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=glibc.git%3Bh=317b199b4aff8cfa27f2302ab404d2bb5032b9a4
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3075?
CVE-2016-3075 has a severity rating that allows for denial of service attacks through a stack-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3075?
To fix CVE-2016-3075, update the GNU C Library (glibc) to version 2.24 or later on affected systems.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-3075?
CVE-2016-3075 affects systems running glibc prior to version 2.24, including specific versions of openSUSE, Fedora, and Ubuntu.
What is the cause of CVE-2016-3075 vulnerability?
CVE-2016-3075 is caused by a stack-based buffer overflow in the nss_dns implementation of the getnetbyname function.
What potential impact does CVE-2016-3075 have on systems?
The potential impact of CVE-2016-3075 includes stack consumption and application crashes, leading to denial of service.
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