CVE-2016-8736: Critical severity apache openmeetings vulnerability
Published Oct 12, 2017
·Updated
Apache OpenMeetings before 3.1.2 is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution via RMI deserialization attack.
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
Apache OpenMeetings<3.1.2
maven/org.apache.openmeetings:openmeetings-parent<3.1.2
3.1.2
Event History
Oct 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
May 14, 2022
Advisory Published
01:29 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8736?
CVE-2016-8736 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-8736?
To fix CVE-2016-8736, upgrade Apache OpenMeetings to version 3.1.2 or later.
3
What type of attack does CVE-2016-8736 involve?
CVE-2016-8736 involves a Remote Code Execution attack via RMI deserialization.
4
Which versions of Apache OpenMeetings are affected by CVE-2016-8736?
Apache OpenMeetings versions prior to 3.1.2 are affected by CVE-2016-8736.
5
Is it possible to exploit CVE-2016-8736 remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-8736 can be exploited remotely, enabling unauthorized code execution.