CVE-2016-3012: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-3012: IBM API Connect (aka APIConnect) before 5.0.3.0 with NPM before 2.2.8 includes certain internal server cred...

IBM API Connect (aka APIConnect) before 5.0.3.0 with NPM before 2.2.8 includes certain internal server credentials in the software package, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by leveraging knowledge of these credentials.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 5, 2024, 23:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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IBM API Connect versions before 5.0.3.0, when packaged with NPM before 2.2.8, reportedly included internal server credentials. If an attacker knows those credentials, they may bypass intended access controls. The public bundle does not provide CVSS details or impact depth. Exposure is most likely in legacy IBM API Connect deployments older than 5.0.3.0, especially where related management or server interfaces remain reachable. The provided data does not identify affected platforms, default deployment topology, or network prerequisites. Prioritize this for any remaining legacy IBM API Connect estate. The issue involves packaged credentials and potential access-control bypass, but public evidence is limited and no active exploitation is cited in the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Inventory IBM API Connect deployments and identify any versions before 5.0.3.0.; Check IBM advisory guidance for the vendor-supported upgrade or remediation path.; Remove or isolate unsupported legacy API Connect instances from reachable networks..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 13:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 1, 2016, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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