critical9.8
CVE-2016-6890
Heap-based buffer overflow in MatrixSSL before 3.8.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Subject Alt Name in an X.509 certificate.
Impact
Heap-based buffer overflow in MatrixSSL before 3.8.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Subject Alt Name in an X.509 certificate.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Matrixssl | Matrixssl | through 3.8.5 |
Weakness classification
References
- NVD record
- CVE.org record
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93498
- http://www.tripwire.com/state-of-security/security-data-protection/cyber-security/flawed-matrixssl-code-highlights-need-for-better-iot-update-practices/
- https://github.com/matrixssl/matrixssl/blob/3-8-6-open/CHANGES.md
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/396440
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93498
- http://www.tripwire.com/state-of-security/security-data-protection/cyber-security/flawed-matrixssl-code-highlights-need-for-better-iot-update-practices/
- https://github.com/matrixssl/matrixssl/blob/3-8-6-open/CHANGES.md
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/396440