CVE-2016-2050

libdwarf: Out-of-bounds write in get_abbrev_array_info

Published Jan 31, 2017 CVSS 3.1 · 6.5 Medium EPSS 1.5% KEV · Not listed
Description
The get_abbrev_array_info function in libdwarf-20151114 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted elf file.

Remediation

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Advisories

Source ID Title
Debian DLA Debian DLA DLA-669-1 dwarfutils security update
EUVD EUVD EUVD-2016-3155 The get_abbrev_array_info function in libdwarf-20151114 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted elf file.
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Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
mitre
Published
Updated
Aug 5, 2024, 11:17 PM
Reserved
Jan 24, 2016, 12:00 AM
Status
Modified
Published
Jan 31, 2017, 7:59 PM
Modified
Jun 17, 2026, 12:43 AM
Severity
Low
Public date
Jan 19, 2016, 12:00 AM