Medium severity6.5NVD Advisory· Published Feb 17, 2017· Updated May 13, 2026
CVE-2016-5029
CVE-2016-5029
Description
The create_fullest_file_path function in libdwarf before 20160923 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted dwarf file.
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
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References
3- www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/24/1nvdMailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/25/1nvdExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- www.prevanders.net/dwarfbug.htmlnvdThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
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