Vulnerability Description
IBM BigFix Inventory v9 could allow a remote attacker to conduct phishing attacks, using an open redirect attack. By persuading a victim to visit a specially-crafted Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to spoof the URL displayed to redirect a user to a malicious Web site that would appear to be trusted. This could allow the attacker to obtain highly sensitive information or conduct further attacks against the victim.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | License Metric Tool | 9.2.0 |
| Hp | Hp-Ux | All versions |
| Ibm | Aix | All versions |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows | All versions |
| Oracle | Solaris | All versions |
| Ibm | Bigfix Inventory | <= 9.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995037Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95128Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995037Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95128Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8961?
CVE-2016-8961 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). IBM BigFix Inventory v9 could allow a remote attacker to conduct phishing attacks, using an open redirect attack. By persuading a victim to visit a specially-crafted Web site, a remote attacker could ...
How severe is CVE-2016-8961?
CVE-2016-8961 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8961?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm License Metric Tool, Hp Hp-Ux, Ibm Aix, Linux Linux Kernel, Microsoft Windows.