CVE-2016-2288
CVE-2016-2288 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cogentdatahub Cogent Datahub with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (68th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-264
- Affected product: Cogentdatahub Cogent Datahub
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Cogent DataHub before 7.3.10 allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging the user or guest role to modify a file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2016-2288?
- Cogent DataHub before 7.3.10 allows local users to gain privileges by leveraging the user or guest role to modify a file.
- How severe is CVE-2016-2288?
- CVE-2016-2288 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2016-2288 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2016-2288?
- CVE-2016-2288 affects Cogentdatahub Cogent Datahub. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2016-2288?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2016-2288 published?
- CVE-2016-2288 was published on 2016-03-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:cogentdatahub:cogent_datahub:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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