CVE-2016-3944: Input Validation
Published Jun 3, 2016
·Updated
UpdateAgent in Lenovo Accelerator Application allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code by spoofing an update response from susapi.lenovomm.com.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Lenovo Accelerator Application
Event History
Jun 3, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3944?
CVE-2016-3944 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
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How do I fix CVE-2016-3944?
To fix CVE-2016-3944, update the Lenovo Accelerator Application to the latest version released by Lenovo.
3
What type of attack does CVE-2016-3944 exploit?
CVE-2016-3944 exploits a man-in-the-middle attack, allowing attackers to spoof update responses.
4
Which software is affected by CVE-2016-3944?
CVE-2016-3944 affects the Lenovo Accelerator Application.
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What are the consequences of CVE-2016-3944?
The consequences of CVE-2016-3944 include the potential for unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary code on affected systems.