CVE-2016-4492: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 24, 2017
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the dotype function in cplus-dem.c in libiberty allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault and crash) via a crafted binary.
Affected Software
4 affected componentsFixes available
GNU Libiberty
debian/binutils
2.35.2-22.40-22.44-3
debian/ht
2.1.0+repack1-5
debian/libiberty
20210106-120230104-120250315-1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Feb 24, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·10:19 PM
Description
Sep 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:14 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2016-4492?
CVE-2016-4492 is a vulnerability in the libiberty library that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
2
How does CVE-2016-4492 affect the affected software?
CVE-2016-4492 affects the binutils, gdb, libiberty, and valgrind packages on Ubuntu and Debian.
3
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4492?
The severity of CVE-2016-4492 is not specified.
4
How can I fix CVE-2016-4492?
To fix CVE-2016-4492, update the affected packages to the recommended versions.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-4492?
You can find more information about CVE-2016-4492 in the references provided.