Vulnerability Description
IBM BigFix Inventory v9 9.2 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 118853.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Bigfix Inventory | >= 9.0, < 9.2.8 |
| Ibm | License Metric Tool | >= 9.0, < 9.2.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995024Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99548Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038919Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/118853VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995024Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99548Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038919Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/118853VDB EntryVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8964?
CVE-2016-8964 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). IBM BigFix Inventory v9 9.2 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 118853.
How severe is CVE-2016-8964?
CVE-2016-8964 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8964?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Bigfix Inventory, Ibm License Metric Tool.