CVE-2016-9584

9.1 CRITICAL
Published: January 18, 2017 Modified: May 13, 2026
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Description

libical allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) and possibly read heap memory via a crafted ics file.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/15/5
Source: secalert@redhat.com
Mailing List Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94948
Source: secalert@redhat.com
Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/15/5
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Mailing List Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94948
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Third Party Advisory VDB Entry

4 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
9.1 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
2.1%
79th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-416

Affected Vendors

libical_project

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