CVE-2016-0259

Name: CVE-2016-0259
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-06-26T14:59:01.277+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.29%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-0259 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. runmqsc in IBM WebSphere MQ 8.x before 8.0.0.5 allows local users to bypass an intended +dsp authority requirement and obtain sensitive information via unspecified display commands.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

runmqsc in IBM WebSphere MQ 8.x before 8.0.0.5 allows local users to bypass an intended +dsp authority requirement and obtain sensitive information via unspecified display commands.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.29%

20.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Websphere Mq	8.0.0.1
Ibm	Websphere Mq	8.0.0.2
Ibm	Websphere Mq	8.0.0.3
Ibm	Websphere Mq	8.0.0.4

References

Timeline

Published: Jun 26, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-0259?

runmqsc in IBM WebSphere MQ 8.x before 8.0.0.5 allows local users to bypass an intended +dsp authority requirement and obtain sensitive information via unspecified display commands.

How severe is CVE-2016-0259?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-0259 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0259?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-0259?

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Source: NVD / NIST