CVE-2016-8982

Description

IBM InfoSphere Information Server stores sensitive information in URL parameters. This may lead to information disclosure if unauthorized parties have access to the URLs via server logs, referrer header or browser history.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.22%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM Corporation InfoSphere DataStage
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21995895 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95651 third party advisory vdb entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037616 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8982?
CVE-2016-8982 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8982?
To fix CVE-2016-8982, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-8982 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-8982 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-8982?
CVE-2016-8982 affects IBM Corporation InfoSphere DataStage.
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