CVE-2016-5035: Medium severity Libdwarf Project Libdwarf vulnerability
Published Feb 17, 2017
·Updated
The dwarfreadlinetableheader function in dwarflinetablereader.c in libdwarf before 20160923 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Libdwarf Project Libdwarf>=1999-12-14<2016-09-23
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Feb 17, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5035?
CVE-2016-5035 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-5035?
To fix CVE-2016-5035, update to a version of libdwarf released after September 23, 2016.
3
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-5035?
CVE-2016-5035 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through an out-of-bounds read.
4
Which versions of libdwarf are affected by CVE-2016-5035?
CVE-2016-5035 affects libdwarf versions before 2016-09-23.
5
Can CVE-2016-5035 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-5035 can be exploited by remote attackers using a crafted file.