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CVE-2016-0278 is a memory corruption flaw in IBM Domino's KeyView PDF filter. A malicious PDF could let a remote attacker run code on affected Domino systems. The bundle identifies fixed Domino versions, but does not provide CVSS scoring or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to IBM Domino deployments in the affected 8.5.x or 9.x ranges that process PDF documents through the KeyView PDF filter. Systems accepting PDFs from email, document repositories, or external users deserve priority review. Prioritize remediation for any active Domino servers in affected versions, especially where PDFs arrive from external parties. The business risk is server compromise through routine document handling, but the bundle does not show confirmed active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Upgrade IBM Domino to 8.5.3 FP6 IF13, 9.0.1 FP6, or later vendor-supported fixes.; Review IBM advisory guidance for any deployment-specific workaround or prerequisite.; Reduce exposure to untrusted PDF processing until fixed..
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