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CVE-2016-1265

9.8 · CRITICAL

A remote unauthenticated network based attacker with access to Junos Space may execute arbitrary code on Junos Space or gain access to devices managed by Junos Space using cross site request forger…

Published Oct 13, 2017CWE-200EPSS 2.30%

Overview

CVE-2016-1265 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 13, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A remote unauthenticated network based attacker with access to Junos Space may execute arbitrary code on Junos Space or gain access to devices managed by Junos Space using cross site request forgery (CSRF), default authentication credentials, information leak and command injection attack vectors. All versions of Juniper Networks Junos Space prior to 15.1R3 are affected.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-1265?

CVE-2016-1265 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 13, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2016-1265?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2016-1265?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2016-1265?

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