CVE-2016-9985

Name: CVE-2016-9985
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-08T19:59:00.283+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.30%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-9985 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Cognos Server 10.1.1 and 10.2 stores highly sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user. IBM Reference #: 1999671.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Cognos Server 10.1.1 and 10.2 stores highly sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user. IBM Reference #: 1999671.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.30%

21.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-532

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Cognos Business Intelligence	10.1.1
Ibm	Cognos Business Intelligence	10.2

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21999671Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96962
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21999671Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96962

Timeline

Published: Mar 8, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9985?

IBM Cognos Server 10.1.1 and 10.2 stores highly sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user. IBM Reference #: 1999671.

How severe is CVE-2016-9985?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9985 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9985?

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-2016-9985?

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Source: NVD / NIST