CVE-2016-7931: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 28, 2017
·Updated
The MPLS parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-mpls.c:mplsprint().
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-2016-7931?
CVE-2016-7931 has a high severity due to the potential for a buffer overflow vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-7931?
To fix CVE-2016-7931, upgrade tcpdump to version 4.9.0 or later.
3
What impact does CVE-2016-7931 have on affected systems?
CVE-2016-7931 can lead to remote code execution and potentially compromise the affected system.
4
Which versions of tcpdump are affected by CVE-2016-7931?
CVE-2016-7931 affects tcpdump versions prior to 4.9.0, including all versions up to 4.8.1.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-7931 if I cannot upgrade?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2016-7931, so upgrading is the recommended action.