CVE-2016-10362

Name: CVE-2016-10362
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-06-16T21:29:00.4+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.08%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-10362 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Prior to Logstash version 5.0.1, Elasticsearch Output plugin when updating connections after sniffing, would log to file HTTP basic auth credentials.. EPSS estimates a 1.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Prior to Logstash version 5.0.1, Elasticsearch Output plugin when updating connections after sniffing, would log to file HTTP basic auth credentials.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.08%

60.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Elasticsearch	Output Plugin	<= 5.0.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99154Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.elastic.co/community/securityVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99154Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.elastic.co/community/securityVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 16, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-10362?

Prior to Logstash version 5.0.1, Elasticsearch Output plugin when updating connections after sniffing, would log to file HTTP basic auth credentials.

How severe is CVE-2016-10362?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-10362 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-10362?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST