CVE-2016-6027

Name: CVE-2016-6027
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-10-06T10:59:08.227+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.81%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-6027 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Configuration Manager in IBM Sterling Secure Proxy (SSP) 3.4.2 before 3.4.2.0 iFix 8 and 3.4.3 before 3.4.3.0 iFix 1 does not enable the HSTS protection mechanism, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information or modify data by leveraging use of HTTP.. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Configuration Manager in IBM Sterling Secure Proxy (SSP) 3.4.2 before 3.4.2.0 iFix 8 and 3.4.3 before 3.4.3.0 iFix 1 does not enable the HSTS protection mechanism, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information or modify data by leveraging use of HTTP.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.81%

52.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Sterling Secure Proxy	3.4.2.0
Ibm	Sterling Secure Proxy	3.4.3.0

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 6, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-6027?

How severe is CVE-2016-6027?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6027 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-6027?

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Source: NVD / NIST