CVE-2016-4761: Use After Free
Published Jan 22, 2020
·Updated
WebKitGTK+ before 2.14.0: A use-after-free vulnerability can allow remote attackers to cause a DoS
Affected Software
2 affected components
WebKitGTK Webkitgtk\+<2.14.0
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=16.04
Event History
Jan 22, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:51 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2016-4761?
CVE-2016-4761 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can allow remote attackers to cause a denial-of-service (DoS) attack.
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Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-4761?
WebKitGTK+ versions before 2.14.0 are affected.
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How severe is CVE-2016-4761?
CVE-2016-4761 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.
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How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2016-4761?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2016-4761 by causing a use-after-free vulnerability in affected software, leading to a DoS attack.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-4761?
You can find more information about CVE-2016-4761 at the following references: [reference 1](http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/04/14) and [reference 2](http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3166-1).