CVE-2016-9435: Input Validation
First published: Fri Jan 20 2017(Updated: )
The HTMLtagproc1 function in file.c in w3m before 0.5.3+git20161009 does not properly initialize values, which allows remote attackers to crash the application via a crafted html file, related to <dd> tags.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux | =42.2 | |
| openSUSE Leap | =42.1 | |
| w3m | <=0.5.3\+git20160718 | |
| w3m | <=0.5.3\+git20160718 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-12/msg00084.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/18/3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94407
- https://github.com/tats/w3m/commit/33509cc81ec5f2ba44eb6fd98bd5c1b5873e46bd
- https://github.com/tats/w3m/issues/16
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-08
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9435?
CVE-2016-9435 has a medium severity level, primarily due to its potential to crash applications.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9435?
To fix CVE-2016-9435, update to w3m version 0.5.3+git20161009 or later.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-9435?
CVE-2016-9435 affects w3m versions up to and including 0.5.3+git20160718 and specific versions of openSUSE Leap.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2016-9435?
An attacker could exploit CVE-2016-9435 to crash the w3m application using a specially crafted HTML file.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2016-9435?
Yes, user interaction is required as the victim must open a crafted HTML file to trigger the vulnerability.
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