CVE-2016-2946
UnknownEPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2016-2946 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the ax Shared Libraries in the Agent in IBM Tivoli Monitoring (ITM) 6.2.2 before FP9, 6.2.3 before FP5, and 6.3.0 before FP2 on Linux and UNIX allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the ax Shared Libraries in the Agent in IBM Tivoli Monitoring (ITM) 6.2.2 before FP9, 6.2.3 before FP5, and 6.3.0 before FP2 on Linux and UNIX allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2.1 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2.2 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2.3 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2.4 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2.5 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2.6 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2.7 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2.8 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.2.9 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.2.3 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Monitoring | 6.3.0 |
References
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21984578Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92389Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21984578Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92389Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2946?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the ax Shared Libraries in the Agent in IBM Tivoli Monitoring (ITM) 6.2.2 before FP9, 6.2.3 before FP5, and 6.3.0 before FP2 on Linux and UNIX allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2016-2946?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2946 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2946?
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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