CVE-2016-9679 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 18 Jan 2017 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Attackers can execute arbitrary code by overwriting a function pointer in Citrix Provisioning Services.

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-2016-9679?

CVE-2016-9679 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Jan 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Citrix Provisioning Services before 7.12 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by overwriting a function pointer.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-9679?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Citrix Provisioning Services.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9679?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-9679 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-2016-9679 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-9679 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-vj86-9q4g-rcw8.