Vulnerability Description
IBM BigFix Inventory v9 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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=swg21995029Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95282Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995029Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95282Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8963?
CVE-2016-8963 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). IBM BigFix Inventory v9 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user.
How severe is CVE-2016-8963?
CVE-2016-8963 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8963?
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.