CVE-2016-9296: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Sat Nov 12 2016(Updated: )
A null pointer dereference bug affects the 16.02 and many old versions of p7zip. A lack of null pointer check for the variable folders.PackPositions in function CInArchive::ReadAndDecodePackedStreams in CPP/7zip/Archive/7z/7zIn.cpp, as used in the 7z.so library and in 7z applications, will cause a crash and a denial of service when decoding malformed 7z files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Slims 7 | =16.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9296?
CVE-2016-9296 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9296?
To fix CVE-2016-9296, you should upgrade to a version of p7zip that is not affected by the vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-9296?
CVE-2016-9296 affects the p7zip version 16.02 and many older versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-9296?
CVE-2016-9296 is a null pointer dereference vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2016-9296?
The impact of CVE-2016-9296 may lead to crashes in applications using the vulnerable p7zip library.
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