CVE-2016-4289

Public Exploit

Description

A stack based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the method receiving data from SysTreeView32 control of the GMER 2.1.19357 application. A specially created long path can lead to a buffer overflow on the stack resulting in code execution. An attacker needs to create path longer than 99 characters to trigger this vulnerability.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.13%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: GMER GMER
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0127/ third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4289?
CVE-2016-4289 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-4289?
To fix CVE-2016-4289, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-4289 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2016-4289 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-4289?
CVE-2016-4289 affects GMER GMER.
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