CVE-2016-6873
First published: Fri Feb 17 2017(Updated: )
Self recursion in compact in Facebook HHVM before 3.15.0 allows attackers to have unspecified impact via unknown vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Facebook HipHop Virtual Machine | <=3.14.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6873?
The severity of CVE-2016-6873 is not explicitly rated, but it allows for unspecified impact via unknown vectors.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6873?
To fix CVE-2016-6873, upgrade Facebook HHVM to version 3.15.0 or later.
Which versions of HHVM are affected by CVE-2016-6873?
CVE-2016-6873 affects all versions of Facebook HHVM prior to 3.15.0, up to and including 3.14.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-6873?
CVE-2016-6873 is a self recursion vulnerability in the compact function of Facebook HHVM.
Can CVE-2016-6873 be exploited remotely?
The details of the vectors are unspecified, but vulnerabilities like CVE-2016-6873 could potentially be exploited remotely depending on the implementation.
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