CVE-2016-7511
CVE-2016-7511 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Libdwarf Project Libdwarf with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. 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-190.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.5)
- CVSS v2: 4.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-190
- Affected product: Libdwarf Project Libdwarf
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Integer overflow in the dwarf_die_deliv.c in libdwarf 20160613 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2016-7511?
- Integer overflow in the dwarf_die_deliv.c in libdwarf 20160613 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted file.
- How severe is CVE-2016-7511?
- CVE-2016-7511 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2016-7511 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2016-7511?
- CVE-2016-7511 affects Libdwarf Project Libdwarf. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2016-7511?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2016-7511 published?
- CVE-2016-7511 was published on 2017-02-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:libdwarf_project:libdwarf:2016-06-13:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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