CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2016-8964: Infoleak

First published: Thu Jul 13 2017(Updated: )

IBM BigFix Inventory v9 9.2 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 118853.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
HCL BigFix Inventory>=9.0<9.2.8
IBM License Metric Tool>=9.0<9.2.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-8964?

    CVE-2016-8964 is considered to be of moderate severity due to the potential for remote attackers to brute force account credentials.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-8964?

    To fix CVE-2016-8964, increase the account lockout threshold settings in your IBM BigFix Inventory and IBM License Metric Tool configurations.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-8964?

    CVE-2016-8964 affects IBM BigFix Inventory versions 9.0 through 9.2.8 as well as IBM License Metric Tool versions 9.0 through 9.2.8.

  • Can CVE-2016-8964 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-8964 can be exploited remotely by attackers who attempt to brute force account credentials.

  • What products are impacted by CVE-2016-8964?

    CVE-2016-8964 impacts IBM BigFix Inventory and IBM License Metric Tool.

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