CVE-2016-6167
First published: Mon Jan 30 2017(Updated: )
Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in Putty beta 0.67 allow local users to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks via a Trojan horse (1) UxTheme.dll or (2) ntmarta.dll file in the current working directory.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PuTTY | =0.67-beta |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6167?
CVE-2016-6167 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for execution of arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6167?
To fix CVE-2016-6167, users should update to a stable version of PuTTY that does not incorporate these vulnerabilities.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-6167?
Local users running PuTTY beta version 0.67 are affected by CVE-2016-6167.
What type of attacks can CVE-2016-6167 facilitate?
CVE-2016-6167 can facilitate DLL hijacking attacks, allowing unauthorized execution of code.
Can CVE-2016-6167 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2016-6167 requires local access to the system to exploit the untrusted search path vulnerabilities.
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