CVE-2016-8936

Name: CVE-2016-8936
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-01T20:59:02.897+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.71%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8936 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Social Rendering Templates for Digital Data Connector is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.. EPSS estimates a 0.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Social Rendering Templates for Digital Data Connector is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.71%

48.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Social Rendering Templates For Digital Data Connector	1.0

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21993895Mitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94443Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21993895Mitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94443Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Feb 1, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8936?

How severe is CVE-2016-8936?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8936 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8936?

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