CVE-2016-5114
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Description
An out-of-bounds write flaw was found in the fpm_log_write() logging function of PHP's FastCGI Process Manager service. A remote attacker could repeatedly send maliciously crafted requests to force FPM to exhaust file system space, creating a denial of service and preventing further logging.
Additional information
- Bugzilla 1297710: php: out-of-bounds write in fpm_log.c
- CWE-787: Out-of-bounds Write
- FAQ: Frequently asked questions about CVE-2016-5114
Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) Score Details
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| Red Hat | NVD | |
|---|---|---|
CVSS v2 Base Score | 5.8 | 6.4 |
Attack Vector | Network | Network |
Access Complexity | Medium | Low |
Authentication | None | None |
Confidentiality Impact | Partial | Partial |
Integrity Impact | Partial | None |
Availability Impact | None | Partial |
CVSS v2 Vector
Red Hat: AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
NVD: AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:P
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