CVE-2016-6038: Path Traversal
First published: Mon Sep 26 2016(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in Eclipse Help in IBM Tivoli Lightweight Infrastructure (aka LWI), as used in AIX 5.3, 6.1, and 7.1, allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files via a crafted URL.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =5.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =6.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6038?
CVE-2016-6038 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for file disclosure in affected versions of IBM AIX.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6038?
To fix CVE-2016-6038, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for the affected versions of AIX.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-6038?
CVE-2016-6038 affects remote authenticated users on IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, and 7.1 systems.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-6038 enable?
CVE-2016-6038 enables directory traversal attacks, allowing attackers to read arbitrary files on the affected systems.
When was CVE-2016-6038 published?
CVE-2016-6038 was published in August 2016.
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