CVE-2016-9491

Name: CVE-2016-9491
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-07-13T20:29:01.613+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.56%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-9491 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ManageEngine Applications Manager 12 and 13 before build 13690 allows an authenticated user, who is able to access /register.do page (most likely limited to administrator), to browse the filesystem and read the system files, including Applications Manager configuration, stored private keys, etc. By default Application Manager is running with administrative privileges, therefore it is possible to access every directory on the underlying operating system.. EPSS estimates a 2.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ManageEngine Applications Manager 12 and 13 before build 13690 allows an authenticated user, who is able to access /register.do page (most likely limited to administrator), to browse the filesystem and read the system files, including Applications Manager configuration, stored private keys, etc. By default Application Manager is running with administrative privileges, therefore it is possible to access every directory on the underlying operating system.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.56%

83.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Zohocorp	Manageengine Applications Manager	12.0
Zohocorp	Manageengine Applications Manager	13.0

References

http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Apr/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
https://www.manageengine.com/products/applications_manager/security-updates/security-updates-cve-2016-9491.htmlVendor Advisory
https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97394/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Apr/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
https://www.manageengine.com/products/applications_manager/security-updates/security-updates-cve-2016-9491.htmlVendor Advisory
https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97394/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jul 13, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9491?

How severe is CVE-2016-9491?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9491 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9491?

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