CVE-2016-9748: Infoleak

Published Feb 8, 2017
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Updated

IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation 5.0 and 6.0 discloses sensitive information in error response messages that could be used for further attacks against the system.

Affected Software

8 affected components
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation=5.0
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation=5.0.0
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation=5.0.1
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation=5.0.2
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation=6.0.0
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation=6.0.1
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation=6.0.2
IBM Rational Requirements Composer=4.0.7

Event History

Feb 8, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9748?

CVE-2016-9748 has been classified with medium severity due to potential information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-9748?

To mitigate CVE-2016-9748, you should apply the latest patches or updates provided by IBM for affected versions.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2016-9748?

CVE-2016-9748 affects IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation versions 5.0 and 6.0, as well as IBM Rational Requirements Composer 4.0.7.

4

What kind of information can be disclosed by CVE-2016-9748?

CVE-2016-9748 can disclose sensitive information through error response messages, which may aid an attacker.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-9748?

Currently, the best approach for CVE-2016-9748 is to upgrade to a secure version as recommended by IBM.

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