CVE-2016-6042
HighSummary
IBM AppScan Enterprise Edition could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by improper handling of objects in memory. By persuading a victim to open specially-crafted content, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system in the same context as the victim.
Risk Assessment
This vulnerability poses a serious risk to organizations, allowing attackers to remotely take control of the system. This could lead to data loss, privacy breaches, and other severe consequences.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update IBM AppScan Enterprise Edition to the latest version to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, access to the system should be restricted to trusted users.
Other vulnerabilities in IBM AppScan Enterprise Edition
Original NVD description (English source)
IBM AppScan Enterprise Edition could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by improper handling of objects in memory. By persuading a victim to open specially-crafted content, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system in the same context as the victim.