CVE-2016-6411

Name: CVE-2016-6411
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-09-24T01:59:04.057+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.75%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-6411 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cisco Firepower Management Center and FireSIGHT System Software 6.0.1 mishandle comparisons between URLs and X.509 certificates, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended do-not-decrypt settings via a crafted URL, aka Bug ID CSCva50585.. EPSS estimates a 0.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cisco Firepower Management Center and FireSIGHT System Software 6.0.1 mishandle comparisons between URLs and X.509 certificates, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended do-not-decrypt settings via a crafted URL, aka Bug ID CSCva50585.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.75%

50.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Firesight System Software	6.0.1

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 24, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-6411?

How severe is CVE-2016-6411?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6411 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-6411?

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