CVE-2016-8273

Name: CVE-2016-8273
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-04-02T20:59:00.97+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.21%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8273 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Huawei PC client software HiSuite 4.0.5.300_OVE uses insecure HTTP for upgrade software package download and does not check the integrity of the software package before installing; an attacker can launch an MITM attack to interrupt or replace the downloaded software package and further compromise the PC.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Huawei PC client software HiSuite 4.0.5.300_OVE uses insecure HTTP for upgrade software package download and does not check the integrity of the software package before installing; an attacker can launch an MITM attack to interrupt or replace the downloaded software package and further compromise the PC.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.21%

11.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Huawei	Hisuite	4.0.5.300_ove

References

http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20160905-01-hisuite-enVendor Advisory
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20160905-01-hisuite-enVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 2, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8273?

How severe is CVE-2016-8273?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8273 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8273?

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