8.1
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-2983: Input Validation

First published: Fri Jan 26 2018(Updated: )

IBM Tealeaf Customer Experience 8.7, 8.8, and 9.0.2 could allow a remote attacker under unusual circumstances to read operational data or TLS session state for any active sessions, cause denial of service, or bypass security. IBM X-Force ID: 113999.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Tealeaf CX=8.7
IBM Tealeaf CX=8.8
IBM Tealeaf CX=9.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-2983?

    The severity of CVE-2016-2983 is classified as high due to the potential for remote attacks that can read operational data and cause denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-2983?

    Fixing CVE-2016-2983 involves applying the latest patches provided by IBM for the affected versions of IBM Tealeaf Customer Experience.

  • What versions of IBM Tealeaf Customer Experience are affected by CVE-2016-2983?

    CVE-2016-2983 affects IBM Tealeaf Customer Experience versions 8.7, 8.8, and 9.0.2.

  • Can CVE-2016-2983 allow an attacker to bypass security?

    Yes, CVE-2016-2983 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security under certain circumstances.

  • What kind of impact can CVE-2016-2983 have on my system?

    CVE-2016-2983 can result in operational data exposure, denial of service, and potential security bypass, impacting system integrity and availability.

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