CVE-2016-0266

Name: CVE-2016-0266
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-08-08T01:59:00.13+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.44%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-0266 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 and VIOS 2.2.x do not default to the latest TLS version, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 and VIOS 2.2.x do not default to the latest TLS version, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.44%

69.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-254

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Vios	2.2.0.10
Ibm	Vios	2.2.0.11
Ibm	Vios	2.2.0.12
Ibm	Vios	2.2.0.13
Ibm	Vios	2.2.1.0
Ibm	Vios	2.2.1.1
Ibm	Vios	2.2.1.3
Ibm	Vios	2.2.1.4
Ibm	Vios	2.2.1.5
Ibm	Vios	2.2.1.6
Ibm	Vios	2.2.1.7
Ibm	Vios	2.2.1.8
Ibm	Vios	2.2.1.9
Ibm	Vios	2.2.2.0
Ibm	Vios	2.2.2.1
Ibm	Vios	2.2.2.2
Ibm	Vios	2.2.2.3
Ibm	Vios	2.2.2.4
Ibm	Vios	2.2.2.5
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.0
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.1
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.2
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.3
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.4
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.50
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.51
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.52
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.60
Ibm	Vios	2.2.3.70
Ibm	Vios	2.2.4.0
Ibm	Vios	2.2.4.10
Ibm	Vios	2.2.4.21
Ibm	Vios	2.2.4.22
Ibm	Aix	5.3
Ibm	Aix	6.1
Ibm	Aix	7.1
Ibm	Aix	7.2

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86116Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86117Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86118Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86119Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86120Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86132Broken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92150
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036467
https://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/nettcp_advisory2.ascMitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86116Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86117Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86118Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86119Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86120Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV86132Broken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92150
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036467
https://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/nettcp_advisory2.ascMitigation, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 8, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-0266?

IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 and VIOS 2.2.x do not default to the latest TLS version, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors.

How severe is CVE-2016-0266?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-0266 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0266?

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-2016-0266?

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Source: NVD / NIST