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CVE-2016-9729: IBM QRadar SIEM allows anonymous access to protected functions

CVE-2016-9729 · published 9 years ago
Summary

The QRadar Security Information and Event Manager version 7.2 lets users reach a critical part of the system without checking their identity. This means anyone could view or change sensitive security data. Apply the latest IBM patch or update to a fixed version as soon as possible.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
ibm qradar_security_information_and_event_manager 7.2.0
7.2.1
7.2.2
7.2.3
7.2.4
7.2.5
7.2.6
7.2.7
7.2.8
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:qradar_security_information_and_event_manager:7.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
IBM QRadar 7.2 does not perform an authentication check for a critical resource or functionality allowing anonymous users access to protected areas. IBM Reference #: 1999545.
IBM QRadar 7.2 does not perform an authentication check for a critical resource or functionality allowing anonymous users access to protected areas. IBM Reference #: 1999545.
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
6.5 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-287Improper Authentication
Timeline
Published7 Mar 2017
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2016-9729 · NVD
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