CVE-2016-20043 Details
Description
NRSS RSS Reader 0.3.9-1 contains a stack buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying an oversized argument to the -F parameter. Attackers can craft a malicious input with 256 bytes of padding followed by a controlled EIP value to overwrite the return address and achieve code execution.
A stack buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in NRSS RSS Reader version 0.3.9-1. This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying an oversized argument to the -F parameter. Exploitation involves crafting a malicious input with 256 bytes of padding followed by a controlled EIP value to overwrite the return address, leading to unauthorized code execution.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 30, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39810 | [email protected] | ExploitVDB Entry |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/nrss-rss-reader-1-stack-buffer-overflow | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
| http://www.codezen.org/nrss/ | [email protected] | Broken LinkProduct |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-787 | Out-of-bounds Write | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| nrss nrss | <= 0.3.9-1 |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 10, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 28, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |