CVE-2016-9643

High

Description

The regex code in Webkit 2.4.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) as demonstrated in a large number of ($ (open parenthesis and dollar) followed by {-2,16} and a large number of +) (plus close parenthesis).

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductWebkit
PublishedMar 7, 2017
First seenMar 7, 2017

How to fix

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
webkit webkit2.4.11—

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CVE-2016-9643 · Webkit · Dark Radar