SB2016101850 - Arbitrary code execution in php (Alpine package)



SB2016101850 - Arbitrary code execution in php (Alpine package)

Published: October 18, 2016

Security Bulletin ID SB2016101850
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Arbitrary code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-7418)

The vulnerability allows a remote or local user to cause arbitrary code execution on the target system.
The weakness is caused by out-of-bounds memory read error in php_wddx_push_element() that allows a malicious user to execute arbitrary code.
Successful explotation of the vulnerability may result in arbitrary code execution on the vulnerable system.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.