CVE-2016-2970: Infoleak
First published: Wed Aug 23 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.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HCL Sametime | =8.5.2.0 | |
| HCL Sametime | =8.5.2.1 | |
| HCL Sametime | =9.0.0.0 | |
| HCL Sametime | =9.0.0.1 | |
| HCL Sametime | =9.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2970?
The severity of CVE-2016-2970 is categorized as medium, indicating potential risk to sensitive information.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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