CVE-2016-20050: NetSchedScan 1.0 Buffer Overflow Denial of Service

Published Apr 4, 2026

Updated

NetSchedScan 1.0 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the scan Hostname/IP field that allows local attackers to crash the application by supplying an oversized input string. Attackers can paste a crafted payload containing 388 bytes of data followed by 4 bytes of EIP overwrite into the Hostname/IP field to trigger a denial of service condition.

Affected Software

2 affected components

NetSchedScan=1.0

McAfee Netschedscan=1.0

Event History

Apr 4, 2026

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:50 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:50 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·02:16 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-20050?

CVE-2016-20050 has a severity rating of medium due to its potential to cause denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2016-20050?

To mitigate CVE-2016-20050, users should avoid providing oversized input strings and update to a patched version if available.

Who is affected by CVE-2016-20050?

CVE-2016-20050 specifically affects users of NetSchedScan version 1.0.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-20050?

CVE-2016-20050 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability leading to denial of service.

Can CVE-2016-20050 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2016-20050 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the application.

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