CVE-2016-3043

Name: CVE-2016-3043
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-01T20:59:00.77+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.23%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3043 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Security Access Manager for Web could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by the failure to properly enable HTTP Strict Transport Security. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques.. EPSS estimates a 1.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Security Access Manager for Web could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by the failure to properly enable HTTP Strict Transport Security. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.23%

65.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Web 7.0 Firmware	All versions
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Web 8.0 Firmware	All versions
Ibm	Security Access Manager For Mobile	All versions
Ibm	Security Access Manager 9.0 Firmware	All versions

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995446Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95107Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995446Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95107Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Feb 1, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3043?

How severe is CVE-2016-3043?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3043 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3043?

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-2016-3043?

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Source: NVD / NIST