CVE-2016-3033: XEE
First published: Thu Dec 01 2016(Updated: )
IBM AppScan Source 8.7 through 9.0.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via an XML document containing 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HCL AppScan Source | =8.7 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =8.7.0.1 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =8.8 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =9.0 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =9.0.0.1 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =9.0.1 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =9.0.2 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =9.0.3 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =9.0.3.1 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =9.0.3.2 | |
| HCL AppScan Source | =9.0.3.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3033?
CVE-2016-3033 has a medium severity rating, primarily due to the risk of data exposure and potential denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3033?
To fix CVE-2016-3033, upgrade to a patched version of IBM AppScan Source beyond 9.0.3.3.
What types of attacks does CVE-2016-3033 facilitate?
CVE-2016-3033 can facilitate XML External Entity (XXE) attacks, allowing unauthorized file reading or memory consumption.
Which versions of IBM AppScan Source are affected by CVE-2016-3033?
CVE-2016-3033 affects IBM AppScan Source versions 8.7 through 9.0.3.3.
Who is at risk due to CVE-2016-3033?
Remote authenticated users of vulnerable IBM AppScan Source versions are at risk due to CVE-2016-3033.
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- version/hcl appscan source/9.0.1
- version/hcl appscan source/9.0.2
- version/hcl appscan source/9.0.3
- version/hcl appscan source/9.0.3.1
- version/hcl appscan source/9.0.3.2
- version/hcl appscan source/9.0.3.3