CVE-2016-5365: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 14, 2016
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in Huawei Honor WS851 routers with software 1.1.21.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges via unspecified vectors, aka HWPSIRT-2016-05051.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Huawei Honor WS851
Huawei Honor Ws851 Firmware<=1.1.21.1
Event History
Jun 14, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5365?
CVE-2016-5365 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution with root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-5365?
To mitigate CVE-2016-5365, upgrade the firmware of Huawei Honor WS851 routers to a version later than 1.1.21.1.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-5365?
CVE-2016-5365 affects Huawei Honor WS851 routers running firmware version 1.1.21.1 and earlier.
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Can CVE-2016-5365 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-5365 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-5365?
CVE-2016-5365 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.