CVE-2016-2930

Name: CVE-2016-2930
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-03T17:59:00.19+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.63%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-2930 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM BigFix Remote Control 9.1.3 could allow a remote attacker to perform actions reserved for an administrator without authentication. IBM X-Force ID: 5512.. EPSS estimates a 1.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM BigFix Remote Control 9.1.3 could allow a remote attacker to perform actions reserved for an administrator without authentication. IBM X-Force ID: 5512.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.63%

73.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Bigfix Remote Control	9.1.3

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22002331Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98304Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22002331Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98304Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: May 3, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2930?

IBM BigFix Remote Control 9.1.3 could allow a remote attacker to perform actions reserved for an administrator without authentication. IBM X-Force ID: 5512.

How severe is CVE-2016-2930?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2930 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2930?

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-2016-2930?

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Source: NVD / NIST