CVE-2016-7928: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 28, 2017
·Updated
The IPComp parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-ipcomp.c:ipcompprint().
Affected Software
1 affected component
tcpdump tcpdump<=4.8.1
Event History
Jan 28, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:33 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:33 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7928?
CVE-2016-7928 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-7928?
To mitigate CVE-2016-7928, upgrade tcpdump to version 4.9.0 or later.
3
What versions of tcpdump are affected by CVE-2016-7928?
CVE-2016-7928 affects tcpdump versions prior to 4.9.0, specifically versions up to and including 4.8.1.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7928?
CVE-2016-7928 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the IPComp parser of tcpdump.
5
Can CVE-2016-7928 be exploited remotely?
Yes, if exploited, CVE-2016-7928 can lead to code execution or crashes, making it a potential remote exploit.