CVE-2016-8998: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Feb 24 2017(Updated: )
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager Server 7.1 could allow an authenticated user with TSM administrator privileges to cause a buffer overflow using a specially crafted SQL query and execute arbitrary code on the server. IBM Reference #: 1998747.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.1 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.1.1 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.1.2 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.1.100 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.1.200 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.1.300 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.3 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.3.000 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.3.1 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.3.2 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.3.100 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.4 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.4.1 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.4.2 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.5 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.5.200 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8998?
CVE-2016-8998 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8998?
To fix CVE-2016-8998, update IBM Tivoli Storage Manager to a version that addresses this vulnerability, as recommended by IBM.
Which versions of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager are affected by CVE-2016-8998?
CVE-2016-8998 affects several versions of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager, specifically versions 7.1.x, including 7.1.1 to 7.1.7.
Who is impacted by CVE-2016-8998?
Authenticated users with TSM administrator privileges in the affected versions of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager are at risk from CVE-2016-8998.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-8998?
CVE-2016-8998 can be exploited through specially crafted SQL queries that lead to a buffer overflow, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.
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