CVE-2016-9193

CVE-2016-9193 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Firesight System Software 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-20.

Key facts

Description

A vulnerability in the malicious file detection and blocking features of Cisco Firepower Management Center and Cisco FireSIGHT System Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass malware detection mechanisms on an affected system. Affected Products: Cisco Firepower Management Center and FireSIGHT System Software are affected when they are configured to use a file policy that has the Block Malware action. More Information: CSCvb27494. Known Affected Releases: 6.0.1.1 6.1.0.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-9193?
A vulnerability in the malicious file detection and blocking features of Cisco Firepower Management Center and Cisco FireSIGHT System Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass malware detection mechanisms on an affected system. Affected Products: Cisco Firepower Management Center and FireSIGHT System Software are affected when they are configured to use a file policy that has the Block Malware action. More Information: CSCvb27494. Known Affected Releases: 6.0.1.1 6.1.0.
How severe is CVE-2016-9193?
CVE-2016-9193 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 none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2016-9193 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-9193?
CVE-2016-9193 primarily affects Cisco Firesight System Software. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9193?
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-2016-9193 published?
CVE-2016-9193 was published on 2016-12-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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Affected products (12)

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