SB2016092302 - Directory traversal in IBM AIX



SB2016092302 - Directory traversal in IBM AIX

Published: September 23, 2016 Updated: September 29, 2016

Security Bulletin ID SB2016092302
Severity
Medium
Patch available
NO
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Information Disclosure (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-6038)

The vulnerability allows a remote user to obtain data on the target system.
The weakess exists due to directory traversal flaw in the Eclipse Help component shipped by the Tivoli Lightweight Infrastructure (LWI). Submission of specially crafted URL, containing directory traversal sequences allows remote attackers to view arbitrary files on the target system.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in access to sensitive information on the vulnerable system.

Remediation

Cybersecurity Help is not aware of any official remediation provided by the vendor.