CVE-2016-0356: CSRF
First published: Tue Aug 29 2017(Updated: )
IBM Sametime Enterprise Meeting Server 8.5.2 and 9.0 could allow an authenticated user that has been invited to a Sametime meeting room, to cause the screen sharing to cease through the use of cross-site request forgery. IBM X-Force ID: 111895.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HCL Sametime | =8.5.2.0 | |
| HCL Sametime | =8.5.2.1 | |
| HCL Sametime | =9.0.0.0 | |
| HCL Sametime | =9.0.0.1 | |
| HCL Sametime | =9.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0356?
CVE-2016-0356 has a medium severity rating, indicating potential risk to system integrity when exploited.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0356?
To fix CVE-2016-0356, update to the latest version of HCL Sametime that includes patches addressing this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-0356?
CVE-2016-0356 affects users of IBM Sametime Enterprise Meeting Server versions 8.5.2 and 9.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-0356 involve?
CVE-2016-0356 involves a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attack that can disrupt screen sharing in meeting rooms.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2016-0356 without user interaction?
Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2016-0356 during a meeting if an invited authenticated user is present.
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