CVE-2016-5934

Name: CVE-2016-5934
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-08T22:59:00.637+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.03%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5934 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack installer could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system. By placing a specially-crafted DLL in the victim's path, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability when the installer is executed to run arbitrary code on the system with privileges of the victim.. EPSS estimates a 1.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack installer could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system. By placing a specially-crafted DLL in the victim's path, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability when the installer is executed to run arbitrary code on the system with privileges of the victim.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.03%

59.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Tivoli Storage Manager Fastback	All versions

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21988908Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92614Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21988908Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92614Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Feb 8, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5934?

How severe is CVE-2016-5934?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5934 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5934?

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