CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-4576: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon May 23 2016(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in the Application Specific Packet Filtering (ASPF) functionality in the Huawei IPS Module, NGFW Module, NIP6300, NIP6600, Secospace USG6300, USG6500, USG6600, USG9500, and AntiDDoS8000 devices with software before V500R001C20SPC100 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, related to "illegitimate parameters."

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Huawei NIP6300 firmware
Huawei NIP6300 firmware=v500r001c00
Huawei Secospace USG6500 firmware
Huawei Secospace USG6500=v500r001c00
Huawei Secospace AntiDDoS8000
Huawei Secospace AntiDDoS8000=v500r001c00
Huawei Eudemon USG9500
Huawei Unified Security Gateway Firmware=v500r001c00
Huawei Secospace USG6300 firmware
Huawei Secospace USG6300 Firmware=v500r001c00
Huawei NGFW Module
Huawei NGFW Module firmware=v500r001c00
Huawei Secospace USG6600 firmware
Huawei Secospace USG6600 firmware=v500r001c00
Huawei NIP6600 firmware
Huawei NIP6600=v500r001c00
Huawei IPS Module firmware
Huawei IPS firmware=v500r001c00

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-4576?

    CVE-2016-4576 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-4576?

    To fix CVE-2016-4576, upgrade the affected Huawei devices to firmware version V500R001C20SPC100 or later.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-4576?

    CVE-2016-4576 affects Huawei devices including NIP6300, NIP6600, USG6300, USG6500, USG6600, USG9500, and AntiDDoS8000 running specific firmware versions.

  • Can CVE-2016-4576 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-4576 can be exploited remotely by attackers to trigger a buffer overflow.

  • What are the consequences of CVE-2016-4576 exploitation?

    Exploitation of CVE-2016-4576 can lead to a denial of service, disrupting the functionality of the affected devices.

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