CVE-2016-8971: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Mar 07 2017(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere MQ 8.0 could allow an authenticated user with queue manager permissions to cause a segmentation fault which would result in the box having to be rebooted to resume normal operations. IBM Reference #: 1998663.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere MQ | =8.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere MQ | =8.0.0.1 | |
| IBM WebSphere MQ | =8.0.0.2 | |
| IBM WebSphere MQ | =8.0.0.3 | |
| IBM WebSphere MQ | =8.0.0.4 | |
| IBM WebSphere MQ | =8.0.0.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8971?
CVE-2016-8971 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability as it can cause a segmentation fault requiring a reboot.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8971?
To fix CVE-2016-8971, it is recommended to apply the latest patches or updates provided by IBM for WebSphere MQ.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-8971?
CVE-2016-8971 affects authenticated users of IBM WebSphere MQ 8.0 with queue manager permissions.
What are the versions impacted by CVE-2016-8971?
CVE-2016-8971 impacts all versions of IBM WebSphere MQ 8.0 including 8.0.0.1 to 8.0.0.5.
What are the consequences of CVE-2016-8971?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-8971 can lead to a denial of service requiring a system reboot to restore normal operations.
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