CVE-2016-2345

CVE-2016-2345 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Dameware Mini Remote Control with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 51% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in dwrcs.exe in the dwmrcs daemon in SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control 12.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted string.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-2345?
Stack-based buffer overflow in dwrcs.exe in the dwmrcs daemon in SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control 12.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted string.
How severe is CVE-2016-2345?
CVE-2016-2345 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2016-2345 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 51% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-2345?
CVE-2016-2345 affects Dameware Mini Remote Control. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2345?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2016-2345 published?
CVE-2016-2345 was published on 2016-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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