CVE-2016-2165: Input Validation
The Loggregator Traffic Controller endpoints in cf-release v231 and lower, Pivotal Elastic Runtime versions prior to 1.5.19 AND 1.6.x versions prior to 1.6.20 are not cleansing request URL paths when they are invalid and are returning them in the 404 response. This could allow malicious scripts to be written directly into the 404 response.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2165?
The severity of CVE-2016-2165 is categorized as high due to the potential unauthorized access to sensitive data.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2165?
To fix CVE-2016-2165, upgrade to Pivotal Elastic Runtime version 1.5.19 or higher, or to 1.6.20 or higher.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-2165?
CVE-2016-2165 affects Cloud Foundry CF Release versions up to 231 and Pivotal Elastic Runtime versions prior to 1.5.19 and 1.6.x prior to 1.6.20.
What does CVE-2016-2165 exploit?
CVE-2016-2165 exploits the failure to cleanse invalid request URL paths in the Loggregator Traffic Controller.
When was CVE-2016-2165 published?
CVE-2016-2165 was published in 2016 as part of a security disclosure.