CVE-2016-3025

Name: CVE-2016-3025
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-11-25T03:59:06.53+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.60%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3025 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Security Access Manager for Mobile 8.x before 8.0.1.4 IF3 and Security Access Manager 9.x before 9.0.1.0 IF5 do not properly restrict failed login attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force approach.. EPSS estimates a 1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Security Access Manager for Mobile 8.x before 8.0.1.4 IF3 and Security Access Manager 9.x before 9.0.1.0 IF5 do not properly restrict failed login attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force approach.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.60%

72.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-254

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Security Access Manager	9.0.0
Ibm	Security Access Manager	9.0.0.1
Ibm	Security Access Manager	9.0.1.0
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.0.0
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.0.1
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.0.2
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.0.3
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.0.4
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.0.5
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.1
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.1.2
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.1.3
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	8.0.1.4

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV89240Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV89258Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21991107Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93178
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV89240Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV89258Broken Link
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21991107Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93178

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3025?

How severe is CVE-2016-3025?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3025 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3025?

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-2016-3025?

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Source: NVD / NIST