CVE-2016-2965: CSRF

Published Aug 29, 2017
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Updated

IBM Sametime Meeting Server 8.5.2 and 9.0 is vulnerable to cross-site request forgery, caused by improper validation of user-supplied input. By persuading a user to visit a malicious link, a remote attacker could force the user to log out of Sametime. IBM X-Force ID: 113846.

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

Event History

Aug 29, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2965?

CVE-2016-2965 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for cross-site request forgery attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-2965?

To mitigate CVE-2016-2965, ensure that users are advised against clicking on suspicious links and review IBM's security patches.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2016-2965?

CVE-2016-2965 affects IBM Sametime Meeting Server versions 8.5.2 and 9.0.

4

Can CVE-2016-2965 lead to unauthorized access?

While CVE-2016-2965 itself does not allow unauthorized access, it can disrupt user sessions by forcing a logout.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-2965?

A valid workaround for CVE-2016-2965 includes educating users about the risks of unknown links and enabling additional security measures.

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