CVE-2016-20042 Details
Description
TRN 3.6-23 contains a stack buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying an oversized argument to the application. Attackers can craft a malicious command-line argument with 156 bytes of padding followed by a return address to overwrite the instruction pointer and execute shellcode with user privileges.
A stack buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in TRN version 3.6-23. This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by providing an oversized command-line argument. The exploitation involves crafting a payload with 156 bytes of padding followed by a return address, which overwrites the instruction pointer and enables the execution of shellcode with user privileges.
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Assessed Mar 28, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 30, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://sourceforge.net/projects/trn/ | [email protected] | ProductVendor |
| https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39764 | [email protected] | Exploit |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/trn-23-stack-buffer-overflow-local-code-execution | [email protected] | AdvisoryExploit |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-787 | Out-of-bounds Write | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| TRN | All versions |
CPE
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 28, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |