CVE-2016-2872: Path Traversal

Published Jul 2, 2016
·
Updated

Directory traversal vulnerability in IBM Security QRadar SIEM 7.2.x before 7.2.7 and QRadar Incident Forensics 7.2.x before 7.2.7 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted URL.

Affected Software

14 affected components
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.0
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.1
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.2
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.3
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.4
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.5
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.6
IBM Security QRadar Incident Forensics=7.2.0
IBM Security QRadar Incident Forensics=7.2.1
IBM Security QRadar Incident Forensics=7.2.2
IBM Security QRadar Incident Forensics=7.2.3
IBM Security QRadar Incident Forensics=7.2.4
IBM Security QRadar Incident Forensics=7.2.5
IBM Security QRadar Incident Forensics=7.2.6

Event History

Jul 2, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2872?

CVE-2016-2872 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability, allowing unauthorized file access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-2872?

To fix CVE-2016-2872, upgrade to IBM Security QRadar SIEM version 7.2.7 or later.

3

Which versions of IBM Security QRadar are affected by CVE-2016-2872?

CVE-2016-2872 affects IBM Security QRadar SIEM versions 7.2.0 through 7.2.6 and QRadar Incident Forensics versions 7.2.0 through 7.2.6.

4

Can CVE-2016-2872 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-2872 can be exploited remotely via crafted URLs by attackers.

5

What impact does CVE-2016-2872 have on systems?

CVE-2016-2872 allows attackers to read arbitrary files on the affected systems, potentially leading to sensitive information disclosure.

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