CVE-2016-2160

Name: CVE-2016-2160
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-06-08T17:59:03.25+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.03%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-2160 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Red Hat OpenShift Enterprise 3.2 and OpenShift Origin allow remote authenticated users to execute commands with root privileges by changing the root password in an sti builder image.. EPSS estimates a 4.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Red Hat OpenShift Enterprise 3.2 and OpenShift Origin allow remote authenticated users to execute commands with root privileges by changing the root password in an sti builder image.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.03%

89.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Redhat	Openshift Origin	All versions
Redhat	Openshift	3.2

References

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2160?

Red Hat OpenShift Enterprise 3.2 and OpenShift Origin allow remote authenticated users to execute commands with root privileges by changing the root password in an sti builder image.

How severe is CVE-2016-2160?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2160 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2160?

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-2016-2160?

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Source: NVD / NIST