CVE-2016-4346: Integer Overflow
First published: Sun May 22 2016(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the str_pad function in ext/standard/string.c in PHP before 7.0.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact via a long string, leading to a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PHP | <7.0.4 | 7.0.4 |
| PHP | >=7.0.0<7.0.4 | |
| SUSE Linux | =42.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =13.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-05/msg00086.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-06/msg00027.html
- http://php.net/ChangeLog-7.php
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/28/2
- https://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=71637
- https://www.php.net/ChangeLog-7.php#7.0.4 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4346?
CVE-2016-4346 has a high severity level due to its potential for causing denial of service attacks and heap-based buffer overflows.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4346?
To fix CVE-2016-4346, upgrade PHP to version 7.0.4 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-4346?
CVE-2016-4346 affects PHP versions prior to 7.0.4 and specific versions of openSUSE.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2016-4346?
CVE-2016-4346 is an integer overflow vulnerability that can lead to heap-based buffer overflows.
Can CVE-2016-4346 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-4346 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to impact the affected systems.
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