CVE-2016-8963: Infoleak
First published: Wed Feb 01 2017(Updated: )
IBM BigFix Inventory v9 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM License Metric Tool | =9.2.0 | |
| HPE HP-UX | ||
| IBM AIX | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | ||
| HCL BigFix Inventory | <=9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8963?
CVE-2016-8963 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive information in log files.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8963?
To fix CVE-2016-8963, ensure that sensitive log files have restricted access permissions to prevent unauthorized local users from reading them.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-8963?
CVE-2016-8963 affects HCL BigFix Inventory versions up to and including 9.2.
What kind of information is exposed in CVE-2016-8963?
CVE-2016-8963 potentially exposes sensitive information contained within log files.
Is CVE-2016-8963 present in IBM License Metric Tool?
CVE-2016-8963 is specifically related to HCL BigFix Inventory and does not affect IBM License Metric Tool.
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