CVE-2016-8963

Name: CVE-2016-8963
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-01T22:59:00.993+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8963 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM BigFix Inventory v9 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM BigFix Inventory v9 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.31%

22.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	License Metric Tool	9.2.0
Ibm	Bigfix Inventory	<= 9.2

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995029Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95282Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995029Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95282Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8963?

IBM BigFix Inventory v9 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user.

How severe is CVE-2016-8963?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8963 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8963?

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-2016-8963?

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Source: NVD / NIST