CVE-2016-6085: Medium severity IBM BigFix Platform vulnerability
Published Feb 1, 2017
·Updated
IBM BigFix Platform could allow an attacker on the local network to crash the BES and relay servers.
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-2016-6085?
CVE-2016-6085 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on system stability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-6085?
To fix CVE-2016-6085, upgrade your IBM BigFix Platform to a version later than 9.5.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2016-6085?
CVE-2016-6085 affects users running IBM BigFix Platform versions 9.0, 9.1, 9.2, and 9.5.
4
What type of attack is CVE-2016-6085 related to?
CVE-2016-6085 allows an attacker on the local network to crash the BES and relay servers.
5
What are the consequences of not addressing CVE-2016-6085?
Failing to address CVE-2016-6085 could result in performance issues or downtime for services relying on the affected IBM BigFix Platform.