# CVE-2016-4492: Buffer overflow in the do\_type function in cplus-dem.c in libiberty allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2017-02-24 · Updated: 2024-08-06

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

Buffer overflow in the do_type function in cplus-dem.c in libiberty allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault and crash) via a crafted binary.

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## References

- https://gcc.gnu.org/ml/gcc-patches/2016-05/msg00223.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/05/5
- https://gcc.gnu.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=70926
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90014

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