CVE-2016-10097: XEE

Published Jan 2, 2017
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Updated

XML External Entity (XXE) Vulnerability in /SSOPOST/metaAlias/%realm%/idpv2 in OpenAM - Access Management 10.1.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via the SAMLRequest parameter.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ForgeRock OpenAM=10.1.0

Event History

Jan 2, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:46 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:46 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-10097?

CVE-2016-10097 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-10097?

To fix CVE-2016-10097, upgrade your OpenAM installation to a version that is not vulnerable to this XML External Entity (XXE) attack.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-10097?

CVE-2016-10097 is an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability which can lead to unauthorized file access.

4

Where is CVE-2016-10097 found?

CVE-2016-10097 is found in ForgeRock OpenAM version 10.1.0 in the /SSOPOST/metaAlias/%realm%/idpv2 endpoint.

5

What can attackers achieve with CVE-2016-10097?

Attackers can read arbitrary files on the server due to the XML External Entity vulnerability present in CVE-2016-10097.

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