CVE-2016-7930: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 28, 2017
·Updated
The LLC/SNAP parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-llc.c:llcprint().
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-2016-7930?
CVE-2016-7930 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for buffer overflow exploitation.
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How do I fix CVE-2016-7930?
To fix CVE-2016-7930, upgrade tcpdump to version 4.9.0 or later, where the vulnerability has been addressed.
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What causes the CVE-2016-7930 vulnerability?
CVE-2016-7930 is caused by a buffer overflow in the LLC/SNAP parser in tcpdump's llc_print function.
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Which versions of tcpdump are affected by CVE-2016-7930?
CVE-2016-7930 affects tcpdump versions prior to 4.9.0, specifically up to version 4.8.1.
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Can CVE-2016-7930 lead to remote code execution?
CVE-2016-7930 may allow attackers to inject code through crafted packets, potentially leading to remote code execution.