CVE-2016-8533
CVE-2016-8533 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Matrix Operating Environment with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (74th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-264
- Affected product: Hp Matrix Operating Environment
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A remote priviledge escalation vulnerability in HPE Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 was found.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2016-8533?
- A remote priviledge escalation vulnerability in HPE Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 was found.
- How severe is CVE-2016-8533?
- CVE-2016-8533 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2016-8533 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2016-8533?
- CVE-2016-8533 affects Hp Matrix Operating Environment. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2016-8533?
- 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-2016-8533 published?
- CVE-2016-8533 was published on 2018-02-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:hp:matrix_operating_environment:7.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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