CVE-2016-9164: Path Traversal
First published: Tue Mar 07 2017(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in diag.jsp file in CA Unified Infrastructure Management (formerly CA Nimsoft Monitor) 8.4 SP1 and earlier and CA Unified Infrastructure Management Snap (formerly CA Nimsoft Monitor Snap) allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| EMC Unified Infrastructure Manager | <=8.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/139661/CA-Unified-Infrastructure-Management-Bypass-Traversal-Disclosure.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Nov/55
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94257
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-607
- https://www.ca.com/us/services-support/ca-support/ca-support-online/product-content/recommended-reading/security-notices/ca20161109-01-security-notice-for-ca-unified-infrastructure-mgmt.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9164?
CVE-2016-9164 is considered to be of medium severity due to its potential for unauthorized access to sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9164?
To fix CVE-2016-9164, upgrade your CA Unified Infrastructure Management to a version later than 8.4 SP1.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-9164?
CVE-2016-9164 affects CA Unified Infrastructure Management 8.4 SP1 and earlier versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-9164?
CVE-2016-9164 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows remote attackers to access arbitrary files.
Can remote attackers exploit CVE-2016-9164?
Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2016-9164 to read arbitrary files on the affected systems.
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