CVE-2016-5988: Infoleak
First published: Wed Feb 01 2017(Updated: )
IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance could disclose sensitive information in generated error messages that would be available to an authenticated user.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance | =2.0.2 | |
| IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance | =2.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5988?
CVE-2016-5988 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to disclose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5988?
To fix CVE-2016-5988, upgrade to the latest version of IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager as recommended in IBM's security advisories.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-5988?
CVE-2016-5988 affects users of IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager version 2.0.2 and 2.1.
What are the implications of CVE-2016-5988?
The implications of CVE-2016-5988 include the exposure of sensitive information in error messages accessible to authenticated users.
Is CVE-2016-5988 actively being exploited?
As of the last updates, there have been no widely reported active exploits targeting CVE-2016-5988.
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