CVE-2016-2988

Name: CVE-2016-2988
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-11-25T03:59:05.42+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.96%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-2988 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Tivoli Storage Manger for Virtual Environments: Data Protection for VMware (aka Spectrum Protect for Virtual Environments) 6.4.x before 6.4.3.4 and 7.1.x before 7.1.6 allows remote authenticated users to bypass a TSM credential requirement and obtain administrative access by leveraging multiple simultaneous logins.. EPSS estimates a 0.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Tivoli Storage Manger for Virtual Environments: Data Protection for VMware (aka Spectrum Protect for Virtual Environments) 6.4.x before 6.4.3.4 and 7.1.x before 7.1.6 allows remote authenticated users to bypass a TSM credential requirement and obtain administrative access by leveraging multiple simultaneous logins.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.96%

57.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Tivoli Storage Manager For Virtual Environments	6.4
Ibm	Tivoli Storage Manager For Virtual Environments	7.1

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21988781Vendor Advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21988781Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 25, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2988?

How severe is CVE-2016-2988?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2988 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2988?

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