What is the severity of CVE-2016-2991?

CVE-2016-2991 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2991?

To fix CVE-2016-2991, upgrade to IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security version 2.8.1.0-22115 or later.

What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2016-2991?

CVE-2016-2991 allows remote authenticated users to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, potentially injecting malicious web scripts or HTML.

Which versions of IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security are affected by CVE-2016-2991?

CVE-2016-2991 affects IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security versions 2.8.0.0 through 2.8.1.0 before 2.8.1.0-22115.

Who can exploit CVE-2016-2991?

CVE-2016-2991 can be exploited by remote authenticated users who manipulate the application to inject arbitrary scripts.

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CVE-2016-2991

medium

5.4

CWE

1/12/2016

5/8/2024

CVE-2016-2991: XSS

First published: Thu Dec 01 2016(Updated: )

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security 2.8.0.0 through 2.8.1.0 before 2.8.1.0-22115 allow remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security	=2.8
IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security	=2.8.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2991?
CVE-2016-2991 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2991?
To fix CVE-2016-2991, upgrade to IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security version 2.8.1.0-22115 or later.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2016-2991?
CVE-2016-2991 allows remote authenticated users to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, potentially injecting malicious web scripts or HTML.
Which versions of IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security are affected by CVE-2016-2991?
CVE-2016-2991 affects IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security versions 2.8.0.0 through 2.8.1.0 before 2.8.1.0-22115.
Who can exploit CVE-2016-2991?
CVE-2016-2991 can be exploited by remote authenticated users who manipulate the application to inject arbitrary scripts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2991?
CVE-2016-2991 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2991?
To fix CVE-2016-2991, upgrade to IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security version 2.8.1.0-22115 or later.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2016-2991?
CVE-2016-2991 allows remote authenticated users to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, potentially injecting malicious web scripts or HTML.
Which versions of IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security are affected by CVE-2016-2991?
CVE-2016-2991 affects IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security versions 2.8.0.0 through 2.8.1.0 before 2.8.1.0-22115.
Who can exploit CVE-2016-2991?
CVE-2016-2991 can be exploited by remote authenticated users who manipulate the application to inject arbitrary scripts.