CVE-2016-9053: aerospike database_server Improper Validation of Array Index

Vulnerability summary

CVE-2016-9053 is a critical (CVSS 9.8) Improper Validation of Array Index vulnerability in aerospike database_server. EPSS estimates a 7.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 94.3% of scored vulnerabilities. 1 public exploit is recorded.

Timeline

1. 21-02-2017
   PublishedVulnerability first disclosed.
2. 06-08-2024
   Last modifiedVulnerability information updated.

Description

An exploitable out-of-bounds indexing vulnerability exists within the RW fabric message particle type of Aerospike Database Server 3.10.0.3. A specially crafted packet can cause the server to fetch a function table outside the bounds of an array resulting in remote code execution. An attacker can simply connect to the port to trigger this vulnerability.

• CWE-129Improper Validation of Array IndexThe product uses untrusted input when calculating or using an array index, but the product does not validate or incorrectly validates the index to ensure the index references a valid position within the array.