high7.5Public exploit code
CVE-2016-2233
Stack-based buffer overflow in the inbound_cap_ls function in common/inbound.c in HexChat 2.10.2 allows remote IRC servers to cause a denial of service (crash)…
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Hexchat IRC Client 2.11.0 - CAP LS Handling Buffer Overflow2016-04-04 · dos · multiple
Impact
Stack-based buffer overflow in the inbound_cap_ls function in common/inbound.c in HexChat 2.10.2 allows remote IRC servers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a large number of options in a CAP LS message.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hexchat Project | Hexchat | Version 2.10.2 |
Weakness classification
References
- NVD record
- CVE.org record
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136563/Hexchat-IRC-Client-2.11.0-CAP-LS-Handling-Buffer-Overflow.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95920
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39657/
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136563/Hexchat-IRC-Client-2.11.0-CAP-LS-Handling-Buffer-Overflow.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95920
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39657/