CVE-2016-9449

CVE-2016-9449 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Drupal with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3. 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-200.

Key facts

Description

The taxonomy module in Drupal 7.x before 7.52 and 8.x before 8.2.3 might allow remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information about taxonomy terms by leveraging inconsistent naming of access query tags.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-9449?
The taxonomy module in Drupal 7.x before 7.52 and 8.x before 8.2.3 might allow remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information about taxonomy terms by leveraging inconsistent naming of access query tags.
How severe is CVE-2016-9449?
CVE-2016-9449 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3, 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 none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2016-9449 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-2016-9449?
CVE-2016-9449 primarily affects Drupal. In total, 117 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9449?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2016-9449 published?
CVE-2016-9449 was published on 2016-11-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (117)

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