CVE-2016-9740
First published: Tue Mar 07 2017(Updated: )
IBM QRadar 7.2 could allow a remote attacker to consume all resources on the server due to not properly restricting the size or amount of resources requested by an actor. IBM Reference #: 1999556.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager | =7.2.0 | |
| IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager | =7.2.1 | |
| IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager | =7.2.2 | |
| IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager | =7.2.3 | |
| IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager | =7.2.4 | |
| IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager | =7.2.5 | |
| IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager | =7.2.6 | |
| IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager | =7.2.7 | |
| IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager | =7.2.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9740?
CVE-2016-9740 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to consume server resources.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-9740?
CVE-2016-9740 affects IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager versions 7.2.0 to 7.2.8.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9740?
To mitigate CVE-2016-9740, users should apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for the affected QRadar versions.
Can CVE-2016-9740 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-9740 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to send requests that consume all resources.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-9740 if I cannot apply a patch?
Currently, the best mitigation is to apply the available patches, as workarounds may not fully protect against the vulnerability.
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