CVE-2016-9646
UnknownEPSS 1.18%
Last modified
CVE-2016-9646 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ikiwiki before 3.20161229 incorrectly called the CGI::FormBuilder->field method (similar to the CGI->param API that led to Bugzilla's CVE-2014-1572), which can be abused to lead to commit metadata forgery.. EPSS estimates a 1.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
ikiwiki before 3.20161229 incorrectly called the CGI::FormBuilder->field method (similar to the CGI->param API that led to Bugzilla's CVE-2014-1572), which can be abused to lead to commit metadata forgery.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ikiwiki | Ikiwiki | < 3.20161229 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://ikiwiki.info/security/#cve-2016-9646Vendor Advisory
- https://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=148304341511854&w=2Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2016-9646Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3760Third Party Advisory
- https://ikiwiki.info/security/#cve-2016-9646Vendor Advisory
- https://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=148304341511854&w=2Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2016-9646Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3760Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-9646?
ikiwiki before 3.20161229 incorrectly called the CGI::FormBuilder->field method (similar to the CGI->param API that led to Bugzilla's CVE-2014-1572), which can be abused to lead to commit metadata forgery.
How severe is CVE-2016-9646?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9646 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9646?
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-2016-9646?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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