CVE-2016-3988: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 3, 2016
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Updated

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the NTP time-server interface on Meinberg IMS-LANTIME M3000, IMS-LANTIME M1000, IMS-LANTIME M500, LANTIME M900, LANTIME M600, LANTIME M400, LANTIME M300, LANTIME M200, LANTIME M100, SyncFire 1100, and LCES devices with firmware before 6.20.004 allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information, modify data, or cause a denial of service via a crafted parameter in a POST request.

Affected Software

12 affected components
Meinberg NTP Server firmware<=6.0
Meinberg IMS-LANTIME M1000
Meinberg IMS-LANTIME M3000
Meinberg IMS-LANTIME M500
Meinberg LANTIME M100
Meinberg LANTIME M200
Meinberg LANTIME M300
Meinberg LANTIME M400
Meinberg LANTIME M600
Meinberg LANTIME M900
Meinberg LCES
Meinberg SyncFire 1100

Event History

Jul 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-2016-3988?

CVE-2016-3988 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-3988?

CVE-2016-3988 affects multiple Meinberg NTP time-server devices including IMS-LANTIME M1000 and SyncFire 1100.

3

How do I fix CVE-2016-3988?

To fix CVE-2016-3988, update your NTP server firmware to version 6.20.004 or later.

4

What types of vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2016-3988?

CVE-2016-3988 is associated with stack-based buffer overflows that can be exploited remotely.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2016-3988?

Yes, a firmware update that addresses CVE-2016-3988 is available from Meinberg.

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