CVE-2016-6082: Use After Free
Published Feb 1, 2017
·Updated
IBM BigFix Platform could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a use-after-free race condition. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system.
Affected Software
4 affected components
IBM BigFix Platform=9.0
IBM BigFix Platform=9.1
IBM BigFix Platform=9.2
IBM BigFix Platform=9.5
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Feb 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6082?
CVE-2016-6082 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
2
What versions of IBM BigFix Platform are affected by CVE-2016-6082?
CVE-2016-6082 affects IBM BigFix Platform versions 9.0, 9.1, 9.2, and 9.5.
3
How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2016-6082?
To mitigate CVE-2016-6082, upgrade to a patched version of IBM BigFix Platform as recommended by IBM.
4
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-6082?
CVE-2016-6082 can be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system.
5
What is a use-after-free condition in the context of CVE-2016-6082?
A use-after-free condition in CVE-2016-6082 refers to a programming error where memory is accessed after it has been freed, leading to potential exploitation.