Heap-based buffer overflow in the process_copy_in function in GNU Cpio 2.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a large block value in a cpio archive.
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/98918
http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2456-1
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71248
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/linuxbulletinoct2015-2719645.html