CVE-2016-4302: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 21, 2016
·Updated
Heap-based buffer overflow in the parsecodes function in archivereadsupportformatrar.c in libarchive before 3.2.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a RAR file with a zero-sized dictionary.
Affected Software
8 affected components
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop=7.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Hpc Node=7.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Hpc Node Eus=7.2
redhat Enterprise Linux Server=7.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Aus=7.2
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Eus=7.2
redhat Enterprise Linux Workstation=7.0
Libarchive libarchive<=3.2.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Sep 21, 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-2016-4302?
CVE-2016-4302 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-4302?
To fix CVE-2016-4302, update libarchive to version 3.2.1 or later.
3
Which software is affected by CVE-2016-4302?
CVE-2016-4302 affects multiple versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux and libarchive versions up to 3.2.0.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-4302?
CVE-2016-4302 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
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What attack vector does CVE-2016-4302 use?
CVE-2016-4302 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted RAR files.