Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager Server
CVE-2016-8998

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Tivoli Storage Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 February 2017

Summary

IBM Tivoli Storage Manager Server 7.1 is susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited by an authenticated user with TSM administrator privileges. This vulnerability arises when a specially crafted SQL query is executed, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution on the server. It is crucial for organizations using this software to implement security patches and monitor their systems to mitigate the risks associated with this exploit.

Affected Version(s)

Tivoli Storage Manager 7.1

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96443
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http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21998747
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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