CVE-2016-9196

Name: CVE-2016-9196
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-04-07T17:59:00.23+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.42%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-9196 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in login authentication management in Cisco Aironet 1800, 2800, and 3800 Series Access Point platforms could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain unrestricted root access to the underlying Linux operating system. The root Linux shell is provided for advanced troubleshooting and should not be available to individual users, even those with root privileges. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in login authentication management in Cisco Aironet 1800, 2800, and 3800 Series Access Point platforms could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain unrestricted root access to the underlying Linux operating system. The root Linux shell is provided for advanced troubleshooting and should not be available to individual users, even those with root privileges. The attacker must have the root password to exploit this vulnerability. More Information: CSCvb13893. Known Affected Releases: 8.2(121.0) 8.3(102.0). Known Fixed Releases: 8.4(1.53) 8.4(1.52) 8.3(111.0) 8.3(104.23) 8.2(130.0) 8.2(124.1).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.42%

33.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Aironet Access Point	8.1\(15.14\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point	8.1\(112.3\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point	8.1\(112.4\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point	8.1\(131.0\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point	8.2\(100.0\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point	8.2\(102.43\)
Cisco	Aironet Access Point	8.2_base

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97468Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038187
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170405-aironetVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97468Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038187
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170405-aironetVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 7, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9196?

How severe is CVE-2016-9196?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9196 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9196?

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