CVE-2016-8661 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in Little Snitch versions 3.0 through 3.6.1, stemming from insufficient parameter checking in kernel API calls. This flaw allows for local exploitation, potentially leading to an escalation of privileges and unauthorized ring0 access to the operating system. With a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH), the vulnerability presents a significant risk, allowing an attacker to gain full control over the affected system. There is currently no evidence of active exploitation, nor are there publicly available exploit modules or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
3.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:obdev:little_snitch:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
3.0.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:obdev:little_snitch:3.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
3.0.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:obdev:little_snitch:3.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
3.0.3CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:obdev:little_snitch:3.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
3.0.4CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:obdev:little_snitch:3.0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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