What is the severity of CVE-2016-8931?

CVE-2016-8931 has a high severity level due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8931?

To fix CVE-2016-8931, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for affected Kenexa LMS versions.

What versions of IBM Kenexa LMS are affected by CVE-2016-8931?

CVE-2016-8931 affects IBM Kenexa LMS versions 4.1, 4.2, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.4, 5.0, 5.1, and 5.2.

What types of attacks can CVE-2016-8931 facilitate?

CVE-2016-8931 can facilitate remote attacks that allow the upload of arbitrary files, leading to possible code execution.

Can CVE-2016-8931 be exploited without authentication?

Yes, CVE-2016-8931 can be exploited by a remote attacker without requiring authentication.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-8931

high

8.8

CWE

284

1/2/2017

6/8/2024

CVE-2016-8931

First published: Wed Feb 01 2017(Updated: )

IBM Kenexa LMS on Cloud could allow a remote attacker to upload arbitrary files, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable server.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.1
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.2
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.2.2
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.2.3
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.2.4
IBM Kenexa LMS	=5.0
IBM Kenexa LMS	=5.1
IBM Kenexa LMS	=5.2

Remedy

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21992072

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8931?
CVE-2016-8931 has a high severity level due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8931?
To fix CVE-2016-8931, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for affected Kenexa LMS versions.
What versions of IBM Kenexa LMS are affected by CVE-2016-8931?
CVE-2016-8931 affects IBM Kenexa LMS versions 4.1, 4.2, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.4, 5.0, 5.1, and 5.2.
What types of attacks can CVE-2016-8931 facilitate?
CVE-2016-8931 can facilitate remote attacks that allow the upload of arbitrary files, leading to possible code execution.
Can CVE-2016-8931 be exploited without authentication?
Yes, CVE-2016-8931 can be exploited by a remote attacker without requiring authentication.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8931?
CVE-2016-8931 has a high severity level due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8931?
To fix CVE-2016-8931, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for affected Kenexa LMS versions.
What versions of IBM Kenexa LMS are affected by CVE-2016-8931?
CVE-2016-8931 affects IBM Kenexa LMS versions 4.1, 4.2, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.4, 5.0, 5.1, and 5.2.
What types of attacks can CVE-2016-8931 facilitate?
CVE-2016-8931 can facilitate remote attacks that allow the upload of arbitrary files, leading to possible code execution.
Can CVE-2016-8931 be exploited without authentication?
Yes, CVE-2016-8931 can be exploited by a remote attacker without requiring authentication.