CVE-2016-7929: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 28, 2017
·Updated
The Juniper PPPoE ATM parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-juniper.c:juniperparseheader().
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-2016-7929?
CVE-2016-7929 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution caused by a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-7929?
To fix CVE-2016-7929, upgrade your tcpdump version to 4.9.0 or later.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-7929?
CVE-2016-7929 affects tcpdump versions prior to 4.9.0, specifically all versions up to and including 4.8.1.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7929?
CVE-2016-7929 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the Juniper PPPoE ATM parser of tcpdump.
5
Can CVE-2016-7929 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7929 can potentially be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code.