CVE-2016-4980
LOWCVSS 2.5/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2016-4980 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A password generation weakness exists in xquest through 2016-06-13.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A password generation weakness exists in xquest through 2016-06-13.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ethz | Xquest | <= 2016-06-13 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 23 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 7.0 |
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2016-4980Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2016-4980Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2016-4980Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2016-4980Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4980?
A password generation weakness exists in xquest through 2016-06-13.
How severe is CVE-2016-4980?
CVE-2016-4980 has a CVSS score of 2.5/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4980?
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-2016-4980?
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