License Metric Tool
CVE-2016-8963
MEDIUM
Severity by source
AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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CVSS VectorNVD
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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IBM BigFix Inventory v9 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user.
AnalysisAI
IBM BigFix Inventory v9 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.5), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Technical ContextAI
This vulnerability is classified as Exposure of Sensitive Information (CWE-200), which allows attackers to access sensitive data that should not be disclosed. IBM BigFix Inventory v9 stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user. Affected products include: Ibm License Metric Tool, Ibm Bigfix Inventory.
RemediationAI
No vendor patch is available at time of analysis. Monitor vendor advisories for updates. Minimize information in error messages, implement proper access controls, encrypt sensitive data at rest and in transit.
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Same weakness CWE-200 – Information Exposure
View allSame technique Information Disclosure
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