Out-of-bounds Write Vulnerability in OpenSSL Library
CVE-2016-2182

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
HP
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 September 2016

Summary

The BN_bn2dec function in OpenSSL versions prior to 1.1.0 lacks adequate validation of the results from division operations. This oversight creates an avenue for remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability, potentially leading to denial of service through out-of-bounds writes and application crashes. Such exploits can occur via various, yet unspecified, vectors, compromising application stability and server integrity.

References

EPSS Score

37% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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