CVE-2016-4459

CVE-2016-4459 is a high-severity vulnerability in Redhat Mod Cluster with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in native/mod_manager/node.c in mod_cluster 1.2.9.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-4459?
Stack-based buffer overflow in native/mod_manager/node.c in mod_cluster 1.2.9.
How severe is CVE-2016-4459?
CVE-2016-4459 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2016-4459 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-4459?
CVE-2016-4459 primarily affects Redhat Mod Cluster. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4459?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2016-4459 published?
CVE-2016-4459 was published on 2017-04-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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