CVE-2016-9315

Name: CVE-2016-9315
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-21T07:59:00.28+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 8.98%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-9315 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in com.trend.iwss.gui.servlet.updateaccountadministration in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance (IWSVA) version 6.5-SP2_Build_Linux_1707 and earlier allows authenticated, remote users with least privileges to change Master Admin's password and/or add new admin accounts. This was resolved in Version 6.5 CP 1737.. EPSS estimates a 8.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in com.trend.iwss.gui.servlet.updateaccountadministration in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance (IWSVA) version 6.5-SP2_Build_Linux_1707 and earlier allows authenticated, remote users with least privileges to change Master Admin's password and/or add new admin accounts. This was resolved in Version 6.5 CP 1737.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

8.98%

94.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Trendmicro	Interscan Web Security Virtual Appliance	<= 6.5

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 21, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9315?

How severe is CVE-2016-9315?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9315 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9315?

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