CVE-2016-9051

An exploitable out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists in the batch transaction field parsing functionality of Aerospike Database Server 3.10.0.3

Critical · published February 21, 2017

CVSS v3.0
9.8
EPSS
7%
Percentile
94.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Aerospike Database Server can allow attackers to execute remote code with just a sneaky packet! 🔥 Think of it like a waiter who accidentally spills soup on the cooking equipment because they misread the order. Just a little mistake can lead to a huge mess and even an explosion in the kitchen! An attacker could take control of your server, leading to devastating consequences like data theft or crashing your entire system. This is no small issue; if exploited, it could lead to total chaos!

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who accidentally spills soup on the cooking equipment because they misread the order. Just a little mistake can lead to a huge mess and even an explosion in the kitchen! In Aerospike Database Server version 3.10.0.3, a specially crafted packet triggers an out-of-bounds write during batch transaction parsing, leading to memory corruption and allowing for remote code execution.

What to do

An attacker could take control of your server, leading to devastating consequences like data theft or crashing your entire system. This is no small issue; if exploited, it could lead to total chaos! To protect yourself, upgrade to the latest version of Aerospike Database Server immediately. Ensure your servers are only accessible to trusted users and consider implementing additional firewalls to limit exposure. Don't wait; secure your systems now! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll be well on your way to securing your database from nasty surprises! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06862 · 94.0th percentile
Published
2017-02-21T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 FEB 22:00Z
    An exploitable out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists in the batch transaction field parsing functionality of Aerospike Database Server 3.10.0.3
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