MEDIUMPOC
CVE-2016-5063
CWE-285Published: May 2, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
The RSCD agent in BMC Server Automation before 8.6 SP1 Patch 2 and 8.7 before Patch 3 on Windows might allow remote attackers to bypass authorization checks and make an RPC call via unspecified vectors.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2016-5063 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.
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2016-5063. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
bmc1 product(s)
server automation
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
POC AVAILABLEProof-of-concept code exists
Exploit-DB
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GitHub PoC Search
Community PoC repositories
Rapid7 / Metasploit
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Security advisories & exploits
NVD Detail
Official NIST entry
MITRE CVE
CVE Program entry
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (8)
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93948Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93948Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2016-5063
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-285
CISA KEVNo
ExploitPOC
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedMay 2, 2017
Related CVEs (CWE-285)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2016-5063 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.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.