CVE-2016-9044

Description

An exploitable command execution vulnerability exists in Information Builders WebFOCUS Business Intelligence Portal 8.1 . A specially crafted web parameter can cause a command injection. An authenticated attacker can send a crafted web request to trigger this vulnerability.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.14% Top 25%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: Information Builders WebFOCUS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2017-0315 third party advisory mitigation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9044?
CVE-2016-9044 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-9044?
To fix CVE-2016-9044, 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-2016-9044 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2016-9044 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-9044?
CVE-2016-9044 affects Information Builders WebFOCUS.
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