CVE-2016-6089

CVE-2016-6089 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ibm Websphere Mq with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. 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 WebSphere MQ 9.0.0.1 and 9.0.2 could allow a local user to write to a file or delete files in a directory they should not have access to due to improper access controls. IBM X-Force ID: 117926.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-6089?
IBM WebSphere MQ 9.0.0.1 and 9.0.2 could allow a local user to write to a file or delete files in a directory they should not have access to due to improper access controls. IBM X-Force ID: 117926.
How severe is CVE-2016-6089?
CVE-2016-6089 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2016-6089 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (23rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-6089?
CVE-2016-6089 primarily affects Ibm Websphere Mq. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6089?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2016-6089 published?
CVE-2016-6089 was published on 2017-06-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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