CVE-2016-2050
CVE-2016-2050 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Libdwarf Project Libdwarf with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-787.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.5)
- CVSS v2: 4.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (71st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-787
- Affected product: Libdwarf Project Libdwarf
- Published:
- Last modified:
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.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2016-2050?
- 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.
- How severe is CVE-2016-2050?
- CVE-2016-2050 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2016-2050 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2016-2050?
- CVE-2016-2050 affects Libdwarf Project Libdwarf. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2016-2050?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2016-2050 published?
- CVE-2016-2050 was published on 2017-01-31 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/01/19/9
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/01/25/3
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:libdwarf_project:libdwarf:2015-11-14:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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