CVE-2016-5642: XSS
Published Apr 10, 2017
·Updated
Opmantek NMIS before 8.5.12G has XSS via SNMP.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Opmantek Network Management Information System<=8.5.10g
Event History
Apr 10, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5642?
CVE-2016-5642 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-5642?
To fix CVE-2016-5642, upgrade to Opmantek NMIS version 8.5.12G or later.
3
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2016-5642?
CVE-2016-5642 allows attackers to exploit cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities via SNMP.
4
Which versions of Opmantek NMIS are affected by CVE-2016-5642?
CVE-2016-5642 affects Opmantek NMIS versions prior to 8.5.12G, specifically up to version 8.5.10g.
5
Is CVE-2016-5642 an application-level vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2016-5642 is primarily a web application vulnerability affecting the SNMP interface of the Opmantek NMIS.