MEDIUM
CVE-2016-2102
CWE-287Published: August 22, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
HAProxy statistics in openstack-tripleo-image-elements are non-authenticated over the network.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2016-2102 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-287): Authentication bypass vulnerabilities allow attackers to access protected resources without valid credentials.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
haproxy1 product(s)
haproxy
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1311145Issue Tracking · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1311145Issue Tracking · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2016-2102
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-287
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedAug 22, 2017
Related CVEs (CWE-287)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2016-2102 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.