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CVE-2016-8686

7.8 · HIGH

The bm_new function in bitmap.h in potrace 1.13 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a crafted image, which triggers a memory allocation failure.

Published Jan 31, 2017CWE-119EPSS 1.51%

Overview

CVE-2016-8686 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 31, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The bm_new function in bitmap.h in potrace 1.13 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a crafted image, which triggers a memory allocation failure.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/10Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/93777Refblogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/08/29/potrace-memory-allocation-failure/Refwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/10Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/93777Refblogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/08/29/potrace-memory-allocation-failure/

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-8686?

CVE-2016-8686 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 31, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2016-8686?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2016-8686?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2016-8686?

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