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CVE-2016-2940 covers multiple unspecified IBM BigFix Remote Control flaws before version 9.1.3. The public record says remote attackers could obtain sensitive information, but does not describe the data, attack path, prerequisites, or severity. Organizations running IBM BigFix Remote Control before 9.1.3 are the only supported exposure group identified in the bundle. Treat this as a targeted product hygiene issue unless IBM guidance or internal exposure shows broader risk. Because the flaw involves sensitive information disclosure and remote attackers, unsupported or exposed pre-9.1.3 deployments should be updated promptly. Mitigation focus: Inventory IBM BigFix Remote Control deployments and identify versions in use.; Prioritize upgrading systems older than 9.1.3 to 9.1.3 or later.; Review IBM advisory IV89735 and related IBM guidance for required fixes..
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