CWE
254
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-9568

First published: Mon Feb 19 2018(Updated: )

A security design issue can allow an unprivileged user to interact with the Carbon Black Sensor and perform unauthorized actions.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
VMware Carbon Black=5.1.1.60603

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-9568?

    CVE-2016-9568 is classified as a security design issue that can lead to unauthorized actions by unprivileged users.

  • How does CVE-2016-9568 affect Carbon Black users?

    CVE-2016-9568 allows unprivileged users to interact with the Carbon Black Sensor, potentially compromising the security of the system.

  • What versions of Carbon Black are affected by CVE-2016-9568?

    CVE-2016-9568 specifically affects Carbon Black version 5.1.1.60603.

  • What are the potential risks associated with CVE-2016-9568?

    The risks include unauthorized actions being performed on the Carbon Black Sensor, which could lead to data breaches or system compromise.

  • How do I fix the vulnerability CVE-2016-9568?

    To mitigate CVE-2016-9568, it is recommended to apply any available patches or updates from VMware for the affected Carbon Blackversion.

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