PatchTheCVECVE-2016-9364: An issue was discovered in Fidelix FX-20 series controllers, versions prior to 11.50.19
CVE-2016-9364 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting fx-2030a firmware, fx-2030a-basic firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An issue was discovered in Fidelix FX-20 series controllers, versions prior to 11.50.19. Arbitrary file reading via path traversal allows an attacker to access arbitrary files and directories on the server.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.5% (top 16%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-22 |
| Published | 2017-02-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2016-9364?
fx-2030a firmware: upgrade to newer than 11.50.18; fx-2030a-basic firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2016-9364 being exploited?
CVE-2016-9364 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2016-9364 affect?
CVE-2016-9364 affects fx-2030a firmware, fx-2030a-basic firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). An issue was discovered in Fidelix FX-20 series controllers, versions prior to 11.50.19. Arbitrary file reading via path traversal allows an attacker to access arbitrary files and directories on the server.
How urgent is CVE-2016-9364?
Priority 52/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action