CVE-2016-5990

CVE-2016-5990 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ibm Security Privileged Identity Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3. 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-284.

Key facts

Description

IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance allows an authenticated user to upload malicious files that would be automatically executed by the server.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-5990?
IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance allows an authenticated user to upload malicious files that would be automatically executed by the server.
How severe is CVE-2016-5990?
CVE-2016-5990 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2016-5990 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-5990?
CVE-2016-5990 primarily affects Ibm Security Privileged Identity Manager. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5990?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2016-5990 published?
CVE-2016-5990 was published on 2017-02-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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