HTTP Request Vulnerability in IBM WebSphere MQ by IBM
CVE-2016-8986

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Websphere MQ
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 February 2017

What is CVE-2016-8986?

IBM WebSphere MQ 8.0 is susceptible to vulnerabilities that allow authenticated users to disrupt MQ channels. These disruptions can be executed through specially crafted HTTP requests, leading to potential service interruptions and impacting messaging and queue management processes. This issue highlights the importance of securing web interfaces against unauthorized manipulations.

Affected Version(s)

WebSphere MQ 8.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96412
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http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21998648
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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