CVE-2016-6447: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 3, 2016

Updated

A vulnerability in Cisco Meeting Server and Meeting App could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on an affected system. This vulnerability affects the following products: Cisco Meeting Server releases prior to 2.0.1, Acano Server releases prior to 1.8.16 and prior to 1.9.3, Cisco Meeting App releases prior to 1.9.8, Acano Meeting Apps releases prior to 1.8.35. More Information: CSCva75942 CSCvb67878. Known Affected Releases: 1.81.92.0.

Affected Software

5 affected components

Cisco Meeting App=1.8.0

Cisco Meeting App=1.9.0

Cisco Meeting Server=1.8_base

Cisco Meeting Server=1.9.0

Cisco Meeting Server=2.0.0

Event History

Nov 3, 2016

CVE Published

via MITRE·09:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·09:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-6447?

CVE-2016-6447 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for unauthenticated remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2016-6447?

To fix CVE-2016-6447, update your Cisco Meeting Server software to version 2.0.1 or later.

What products are affected by CVE-2016-6447?

CVE-2016-6447 affects Cisco Meeting Server releases prior to 2.0.1 and Acano Server releases prior to 1.8.16.

Can CVE-2016-6447 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-6447 allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-6447?

There are no official workarounds for CVE-2016-6447; updating the software is the recommended action.