CVE-2016-3013

Name: CVE-2016-3013
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-22T19:59:00.17+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.91%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3013 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM WebSphere MQ 8.0 could allow an authenticated user to crash the MQ channel due to improper data conversion handling. IBM Reference #: 1998661.. EPSS estimates a 0.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM WebSphere MQ 8.0 could allow an authenticated user to crash the MQ channel due to improper data conversion handling. IBM Reference #: 1998661.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.91%

55.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-19

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Websphere Mq	<= 8.0.0.5

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21998661Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96394
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21998661Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96394

Timeline

Published: Feb 22, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3013?

IBM WebSphere MQ 8.0 could allow an authenticated user to crash the MQ channel due to improper data conversion handling. IBM Reference #: 1998661.

How severe is CVE-2016-3013?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3013 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3013?

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-2016-3013?

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Source: NVD / NIST