CVE-2016-5805: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 13, 2017
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Delta Electronics WPLSoft, Versions prior to V2.42.11, ISPSoft, Versions prior to 3.02.11, and PMSoft, Versions prior to2.10.10. There are multiple instances of heap-based buffer overflows that may allow malicious files to cause the execution of arbitrary code or a denial of service.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Delta Electronics ISPSoft
Delta Electronics PMSoft
Delta Electronics WPLSoft

Event History

Feb 13, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5805?

CVE-2016-5805 has a high severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution and denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-5805?

To fix CVE-2016-5805, upgrade to Delta Electronics WPLSoft version V2.42.11 or later, ISPSoft version 3.02.11 or later, or PMSoft version 2.10.10 or later.

3

What vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2016-5805?

CVE-2016-5805 is associated with multiple heap-based buffer overflows in affected Delta Electronics software.

4

Which versions of Delta Electronics software are affected by CVE-2016-5805?

Delta Electronics WPLSoft versions prior to V2.42.11, ISPSoft versions prior to 3.02.11, and PMSoft versions prior to 2.10.10 are affected by CVE-2016-5805.

5

What type of attack can be facilitated by CVE-2016-5805?

CVE-2016-5805 can facilitate arbitrary code execution attacks and cause a denial of service.

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