CVE-2016-5957

Name: CVE-2016-5957
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-09-26T04:59:21.45+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.36%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5957 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager (ISPIM) Virtual Appliance 2.x before 2.0.2 FP8 allows remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms and obtain sensitive information by leveraging a weak algorithm.. EPSS estimates a 1.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager (ISPIM) Virtual Appliance 2.x before 2.0.2 FP8 allows remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms and obtain sensitive information by leveraging a weak algorithm.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.36%

68.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-310

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance	<= 2.0.2

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21989205Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93083
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21989205Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93083

Timeline

Published: Sep 26, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5957?

How severe is CVE-2016-5957?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5957 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5957?

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-2016-5957?

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Source: NVD / NIST