CVE-2016-8220

CVE-2016-8220 is a high-severity vulnerability in Pivotal Software Gemfire with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-200.

Key facts

Description

Pivotal Gemfire for PCF, versions 1.6.x prior to 1.6.5.0 and 1.7.x prior to 1.7.1.0, contain an information disclosure vulnerability. The application inadvertently exposed WAN replication credentials at a public route.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-8220?
Pivotal Gemfire for PCF, versions 1.6.x prior to 1.6.5.0 and 1.7.x prior to 1.7.1.0, contain an information disclosure vulnerability. The application inadvertently exposed WAN replication credentials at a public route.
How severe is CVE-2016-8220?
CVE-2016-8220 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2016-8220 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-8220?
CVE-2016-8220 affects Pivotal Software Gemfire. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8220?
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-2016-8220 published?
CVE-2016-8220 was published on 2018-04-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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