CVE-2016-2959: Medium severity hcl sametime vulnerability
Published Aug 29, 2017
·Updated
IBM Sametime Meeting Server 8.5.2 and 9.0 could allow a meeting room manager to remove the primary managers privileges. IBM X-Force ID: 113804.
Affected Software
5 affected components
IBM Sametime=8.5.2.0
IBM Sametime=8.5.2.1
IBM Sametime=9.0.0.0
IBM Sametime=9.0.0.1
IBM Sametime=9.0.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 29, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2959?
CVE-2016-2959 has a moderate severity due to the potential for mismanagement of meeting room privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-2959?
To fix CVE-2016-2959, upgrade to the latest version of IBM Sametime that addresses this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2016-2959?
CVE-2016-2959 affects users of IBM Sametime Meeting Server versions 8.5.2, 8.5.2.1, and 9.0.0.0 through 9.0.1.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-2959?
CVE-2016-2959 is a privilege escalation vulnerability affecting meeting room management functions.
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Can CVE-2016-2959 impact data integrity?
Yes, CVE-2016-2959 can potentially impact data integrity by allowing unauthorized changes to primary meeting managers' privileges.