CVE-2016-6115
UnknownEPSS 3.95%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6115 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM General Parallel File System is vulnerable to a buffer overflow. A remote authenticated attacker could overflow a buffer and execute arbitrary code on the system with root privileges or cause the server to crash.. EPSS estimates a 3.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM General Parallel File System is vulnerable to a buffer overflow. A remote authenticated attacker could overflow a buffer and execute arbitrary code on the system with root privileges or cause the server to crash.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | General Parallel File System | 4.1.0.0 |
| Ibm | General Parallel File System | 4.1.0.1 |
| Ibm | General Parallel File System | 4.1.0.2 |
| Ibm | General Parallel File System | 4.1.0.3 |
| Ibm | General Parallel File System | 4.1.0.4 |
| Ibm | General Parallel File System | 4.1.0.5 |
| Ibm | General Parallel File System | 4.1.0.6 |
| Ibm | General Parallel File System | 4.1.0.7 |
| Ibm | General Parallel File System | 4.1.0.8 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.0.0 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.0 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.1 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.2 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.3 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.4 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.5 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.6 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.7 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.8 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.9 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.1.1.10 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.2.0.0 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.2.0.1 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.2.0.2 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.2.0.3 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.2.1 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 4.2.2.0 |
References
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ssg1S1009639Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95272Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ssg1S1009639Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95272Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6115?
IBM General Parallel File System is vulnerable to a buffer overflow. A remote authenticated attacker could overflow a buffer and execute arbitrary code on the system with root privileges or cause the server to crash.
How severe is CVE-2016-6115?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6115 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6115?
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-2016-6115?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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