8.8
CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-9984

First published: Tue Jun 13 2017(Updated: )

IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.5 and 7.6 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the system as administrator. IBM X-Force ID: 120276.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Maximo Asset Management=7.5
IBM Maximo Asset Management=7.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-9984?

    CVE-2016-9984 has a high severity rating as it allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands with administrator privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-9984?

    To fix CVE-2016-9984, it is recommended to apply the latest patches provided by IBM for Maximo Asset Management versions 7.5 and 7.6.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2016-9984?

    CVE-2016-9984 affects users of IBM Maximo Asset Management versions 7.5 and 7.6.

  • What kind of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2016-9984?

    CVE-2016-9984 can be exploited to execute arbitrary commands on the server, potentially leading to system compromise.

  • Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2016-9984?

    Yes, CVE-2016-9984 requires an attacker to be authenticated to the system in order to exploit the vulnerability.

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