HIGH
CVE-2016-6264
NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: January 27, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
7.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Integer signedness error in libc/string/arm/memset.S in uClibc and uClibc-ng before 1.0.16 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a negative length value to the memset function.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2016-6264 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (12)
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http://mailman.uclibc-ng.org/pipermail/devel/2016-July/001067.htmlRelease Notes · Vendor Advisory
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/29/3Mailing List · Patch · Third Party Advisory
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/21/2Mailing List · Patch · Third Party Advisory
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/21/6Mailing List · Patch · Third Party Advisory
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91492Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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http://mailman.uclibc-ng.org/pipermail/devel/2016-July/001067.htmlRelease Notes · Vendor Advisory
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/29/3Mailing List · Patch · Third Party Advisory
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/21/2Mailing List · Patch · Third Party Advisory
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/21/6Mailing List · Patch · Third Party Advisory
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91492Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2016-6264
CVSS Score7.5 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessNVD-CWE-Other
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 27, 2017
Related CVEs (NVD-CWE-Other)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2016-6264 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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