CVE-2016-3178: The processRequest function in minissdpd.c in MiniSSDPd 1.2.20130907-3 allows local users to cause a denial...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-3178 is a local denial-of-service flaw in MiniSSDPd 1.2.20130907-3. A local user can send malformed input involving a negative length value that may crash the daemon. The available sources do not show remote exploitation, data theft, privilege escalation, or active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on Linux or embedded systems running MiniSSDPd, especially Debian-derived packages matching the cited version. The described attacker position is local user access, not unauthenticated remote network access. Confirm package versions rather than assuming all MiniSSDPd deployments are affected. Handle during normal vulnerability remediation unless MiniSSDPd supports a critical service or runs on shared systems. Urgency rises where many local users or exposed service accounts exist, because the likely business impact is service disruption rather than compromise. Mitigation focus: Identify systems running MiniSSDPd and record exact package versions.; Check Debian and upstream MiniUPnP guidance for the fixed package or commit.; Prioritize updates on shared, multi-user, or appliance-like systems..

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Jun 13, 2026, 05:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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