CVE-2016-8947
First published: Mon Jul 10 2017(Updated: )
IBM Emptoris Sourcing 9.5.x through 10.1.x could allow a remote attacker to conduct phishing attacks, using an open redirect attack. By persuading a victim to visit a specially-crafted Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to spoof the URL displayed to redirect a user to a malicious Web site that would appear to be trusted. This could allow the attacker to obtain highly sensitive information or conduct further attacks against the victim. IBM X-Force ID: 118834
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =9.5 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =9.5.0.1 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =9.5.1.1 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =9.5.1.2 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =9.5.1.3 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =10.0.0 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =10.0.1 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =10.0.2 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =10.0.4 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =10.1.0 | |
| IBM Emptoris Sourcing | =10.1.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8947?
CVE-2016-8947 is considered to have a medium severity due to its potential for phishing attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8947?
To fix CVE-2016-8947, you should apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for affected versions of IBM Emptoris Sourcing.
Which versions of IBM Emptoris Sourcing are affected by CVE-2016-8947?
CVE-2016-8947 affects IBM Emptoris Sourcing versions from 9.5.x to 10.1.x.
Can CVE-2016-8947 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-8947 can be exploited remotely by attackers to conduct phishing attacks.
What kind of attack is facilitated by CVE-2016-8947?
CVE-2016-8947 facilitates open redirect attacks that can be exploited for phishing.
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