CVE-2016-2121

Name: CVE-2016-2121
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-31T13:29:00.287+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-2121 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A permissions flaw was found in redis, which sets weak permissions on certain files and directories that could potentially contain sensitive information. A local, unprivileged user could possibly use this flaw to access unauthorized system information.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A permissions flaw was found in redis, which sets weak permissions on certain files and directories that could potentially contain sensitive information. A local, unprivileged user could possibly use this flaw to access unauthorized system information.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.37%

29.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Redhat	Openstack	10

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94111Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:3226Third Party Advisory
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2016-2121Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94111Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:3226Third Party Advisory
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2016-2121Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 31, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2121?

How severe is CVE-2016-2121?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2121 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2121?

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-2016-2121?

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Source: NVD / NIST