Heap-based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in IBM Domino PDF Filter
CVE-2016-0301

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Domino
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 June 2016

What is CVE-2016-0301?

The vulnerability arises from a heap-based buffer overflow within the KeyView PDF filter in IBM Domino products. This flaw can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted PDF documents, enabling them to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems. The impacts are significant as they diverge from other known vulnerabilities, such as CVE-2016-0277, CVE-2016-0278, and CVE-2016-0279, highlighting the need for prompt security updates and precautions.

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036091
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http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21983292
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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