CVE-2016-5898: Medium severity IBM Jazz Reporting Service vulnerability
IBM Jazz Reporting Service (JRS) could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by not restricting JSON serialization. By sending a direct request, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5898?
CVE-2016-5898 is considered to have a medium severity level as it allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5898?
To fix CVE-2016-5898, update IBM Jazz Reporting Service to a version where this vulnerability is patched, such as 6.0.2 or later.
What is the impact of CVE-2016-5898?
The impact of CVE-2016-5898 allows remote attackers to leverage insufficient restrictions in JSON serialization to access sensitive data.
Which versions of IBM Jazz Reporting Service are affected by CVE-2016-5898?
CVE-2016-5898 affects IBM Jazz Reporting Service versions 5.0, 5.0.1, 5.0.2, 6.0, 6.0.1, and 6.0.2.
Is CVE-2016-5898 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2016-5898 is a remote vulnerability, allowing attackers to exploit it without physical access to the system.