CVE-2016-9972

Description

IBM QRadar 7.2 and 7.3 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by the failure to properly enable HTTP Strict Transport Security. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques. IBM X-Force ID: 120208.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.27%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IBM Security QRadar SIEM
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22004925 patch vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/120208 vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99268 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9972?
CVE-2016-9972 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-9972?
To fix CVE-2016-9972, 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-2016-9972 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-9972 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-2016-9972?
CVE-2016-9972 affects IBM Security QRadar SIEM.
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