CVE-2016-6593

Name: CVE-2016-6593
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-01-08T16:15:10.687+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.81%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-6593 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A code-execution vulnerability exists during startup in jhi.dll and otpiha.dll in Symantec VIP Access Desktop before 2.2.2, which could let local malicious users execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A code-execution vulnerability exists during startup in jhi.dll and otpiha.dll in Symantec VIP Access Desktop before 2.2.2, which could let local malicious users execute arbitrary code.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.81%

52.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-426

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Symantec	Vip Access Desktop	< 2.2.2

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/140098/Symantec-VIP-Access-Arbitrary-DLL-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539889/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94731Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.symsa1388.htmlVendor Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/140098/Symantec-VIP-Access-Arbitrary-DLL-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539889/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94731Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.symantec.com/us/en/article.symsa1388.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 8, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-6593?

A code-execution vulnerability exists during startup in jhi.dll and otpiha.dll in Symantec VIP Access Desktop before 2.2.2, which could let local malicious users execute arbitrary code.

How severe is CVE-2016-6593?

CVE-2016-6593 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-6593?

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-2016-6593?

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Source: NVD / NIST