CVE-2016-7172: n/a vulnerability

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-7172 is an information disclosure issue in NetApp Snap Creator Framework versions before 4.3.1. An unauthorized user could view sensitive information. The bundle does not specify what data is exposed, attack prerequisites, or business impact details. Exposure is most likely limited to environments that still run NetApp Snap Creator Framework before 4.3.1. The source bundle does not define CPEs, deployment conditions, or whether exposure requires network access. Treat this as a targeted hygiene item for legacy NetApp management tooling. Prioritize remediation if Snap Creator Framework remains in use, especially where it can expose backup or operational data. Mitigation focus: Inventory NetApp Snap Creator Framework deployments and record versions.; Upgrade versions earlier than 4.3.1 to 4.3.1 or later per NetApp guidance.; Restrict access to Snap Creator Framework interfaces to authorized administrators..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 12:51 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 21, 2016, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Official CVE source material

CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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https://kb.netapp.com/support/s/article/NTAP-20161220-0001CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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CVE-2016-7172: NetApp Snap Creator Framework before 4.3.1 discloses sensitive information which could be viewed by an unau...