CVE-2016-9033: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 14 2016(Updated: )
An exploitable buffer overflow exists in the Joyent SmartOS 20161110T013148Z Hyprlofs file system. The vulnerability is present in the Ioctl system call with the command HYPRLOFS_ADD_ENTRIES when dealing with native file systems. An attacker can craft an input that can cause a buffer overflow in the path variable leading to an out of bounds memory access and could result in potential privilege escalation. This vulnerability is distinct from CVE-2016-9035.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joyent SmartOS | =20161110t013148z |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9033?
CVE-2016-9033 has been assigned a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution through a buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9033?
To fix CVE-2016-9033, update your Joyent SmartOS to a version released after the vulnerability was addressed.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-9033?
The impacts of CVE-2016-9033 include the possibility of an attacker executing arbitrary code on the affected system.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-9033?
CVE-2016-9033 affects users running Joyent SmartOS version 20161110T013148Z.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2016-9033?
Yes, there are known exploits for CVE-2016-9033 that can leverage the buffer overflow in the Ioctl system call.
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