CVE-2016-8921 — HIGH (8.8) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

IBM FileNet WorkPlace XT could allow a remote attacker to upload arbitrary files, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable server.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Filenet Workplace Xt	1.1.5

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-434

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21994018Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94582Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21994018Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94582Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry

FAQ

What is CVE-2016-8921?

CVE-2016-8921 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). IBM FileNet WorkPlace XT could allow a remote attacker to upload arbitrary files, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable server.

How severe is CVE-2016-8921?

CVE-2016-8921 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8921?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Filenet Workplace Xt.