CVE-2016-2970: Infoleak
Published Aug 28, 2017
·Updated
IBM Sametime 8.5 and 9.0 meetings server may provide detailed information in an error message that may provide details about the application to possible attackers. IBM X-Force ID: 113851.
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 28, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2970?
The severity of CVE-2016-2970 is categorized as medium, indicating potential risk to sensitive information.
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How do I fix CVE-2016-2970?
To fix CVE-2016-2970, apply the latest security updates provided by HCL for the affected versions of IBM Sametime.
3
What versions of IBM Sametime are affected by CVE-2016-2970?
IBM Sametime versions 8.5.2.0, 8.5.2.1, 9.0.0.0, 9.0.0.1, and 9.0.1 are affected by CVE-2016-2970.
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What type of information could be exposed due to CVE-2016-2970?
CVE-2016-2970 could expose detailed application error messages that may give attackers insight into the system.
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Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-2970?
Currently, there are no specific workarounds for CVE-2016-2970, so it is best to apply the necessary updates.