CVE-2016-1605: Path Traversal
Published Aug 1, 2016
·Updated
Directory traversal vulnerability in the ReportViewServlet servlet in the server in NetIQ Sentinel 7.4.x before 7.4.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a PREVIEW value for the fileType field.
Affected Software
2 affected components
NetIQ Sentinel=7.4
NetIQ Sentinel=7.4.1
Event History
Aug 1, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1605?
CVE-2016-1605 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized file access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-1605?
To remediate CVE-2016-1605, upgrade NetIQ Sentinel to version 7.4.2 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-1605?
CVE-2016-1605 affects NetIQ Sentinel versions 7.4 and 7.4.1.
4
Can CVE-2016-1605 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2016-1605 can potentially lead to data breaches by allowing remote attackers to access sensitive files.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-1605 if I cannot immediately upgrade?
Currently, the best approach is to upgrade to a fixed version, as no reliable workaround exists for CVE-2016-1605.