CVE-2016-9678: Use After Free
First published: Wed Jan 18 2017(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in Citrix Provisioning Services before 7.12 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Citrix Provisioning | =7.0 | |
| Citrix Provisioning | =7.1 | |
| Citrix Provisioning | =7.6 | |
| Citrix Provisioning | =7.7 | |
| Citrix Provisioning | =7.8 | |
| Citrix Provisioning | =7.9 | |
| Citrix Provisioning | =7.11 | |
| =7.0 | ||
| =7.1 | ||
| =7.6 | ||
| =7.7 | ||
| =7.8 | ||
| =7.9 | ||
| =7.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9678?
CVE-2016-9678 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its use-after-free exploit that allows arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9678?
To mitigate CVE-2016-9678, upgrade Citrix Provisioning Services to version 7.12 or later.
What versions of Citrix Provisioning Services are affected by CVE-2016-9678?
CVE-2016-9678 affects Citrix Provisioning Services versions 7.0, 7.1, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9, and 7.11.
Is CVE-2016-9678 remote exploitable?
Yes, attackers can remotely exploit CVE-2016-9678 through various unspecified vectors.
What impact does CVE-2016-9678 have on systems?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-9678 can lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the system.
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