CVE-2016-5417: High severity GNU glibc vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Memory leak in the resvinit function in the IPv6 name server management code in libresolv in GNU C Library (aka glibc or libc6) before 2.24 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) by leveraging partial initialization of internal resolver data structures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5417?
CVE-2016-5417 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability that can lead to denial of service due to memory leaks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5417?
To fix CVE-2016-5417, update the GNU C Library (glibc) to version 2.24 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-5417?
CVE-2016-5417 affects GNU C Library (glibc) versions prior to 2.24.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-5417 enable?
CVE-2016-5417 enables remote attackers to cause denial of service through memory consumption.
Is CVE-2016-5417 still a threat?
CVE-2016-5417 remains a threat for systems running unpatched versions of glibc before 2.24.