CVE-2016-0868 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 28 Jan 2016 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 devices via a crafted web request exploiting a stack-based buffer overflow.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2016-0868?

CVE-2016-0868 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 28 Jan 2016. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Stack-based buffer overflow on Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 devices A through 15.000 and B before 15.002 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web request.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-0868?

It affects 8 products.

Products include Rockwellautomation 1763-L16awa Series A, Rockwellautomation 1763-L16awa Series B, Rockwellautomation 1763-L16bbb Series A, Rockwellautomation 1763-L16bbb Series B, Rockwellautomation 1763-L16bwa Series A, Rockwellautomation 1763-L16bwa Series B and 2 more.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0868?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-0868 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2016-0868 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-0868 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-mhq4-x2rw-f5f2.