CVE-2016-0245
First published: Mon Feb 29 2016(Updated: )
The XML parser in IBM WebSphere Portal 8.0.x before 8.0.0.1 CF20 and 8.5.x before 8.5.0.0 CF10 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service via an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.0.0.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.0.0.1 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0245?
CVE-2016-0245 has a medium severity rating, indicating that it poses a moderate risk to affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0245?
To address CVE-2016-0245, upgrade IBM WebSphere Portal to version 8.0.0.1 CF20 or 8.5.0.0 CF10 or later.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2016-0245?
CVE-2016-0245 allows attackers to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service through XML External Entity (XXE) attacks.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-0245?
CVE-2016-0245 affects users of IBM WebSphere Portal versions 8.0.x before 8.0.0.1 CF20 and 8.5.x before 8.5.0.0 CF10.
Is remote access required for CVE-2016-0245 exploitation?
Yes, CVE-2016-0245 requires remote authenticated access to exploit the vulnerability.
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- source/MITRE
- agent/severity
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- agent/remedy
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- agent/description
- agent/event
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- agent/source
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- vendor/ibm
- canonical/ibm websphere portal
- version/ibm websphere portal/8.0.0.0
- version/ibm websphere portal/8.0.0.1
- version/ibm websphere portal/8.5.0.0