CVE-2016-8981

Name: CVE-2016-8981
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-01T20:59:03.13+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.32%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8981 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM BigFix Inventory v9 allows web pages to be stored locally which can be read by another user on the system.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM BigFix Inventory v9 allows web pages to be stored locally which can be read by another user on the system.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.32%

23.9th 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=swg21994932Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95137Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21994932Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95137Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8981?

IBM BigFix Inventory v9 allows web pages to be stored locally which can be read by another user on the system.

How severe is CVE-2016-8981?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8981 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8981?

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-2016-8981?

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Source: NVD / NIST