CVE-2016-3973: Infoleak
First published: Thu Apr 07 2016(Updated: )
The chat feature in the Real-Time Collaboration (RTC) services 7.3 and 7.4 in SAP NetWeaver Java AS 7.1 through 7.5 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive user information by visiting webdynpro/resources/sap.com/tc~rtc~coll.appl.rtc~wd_chat/Chat#, pressing "Add users", and doing a search, aka SAP Security Note 2255990.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SAP NetWeaver Java Application Server | >=7.10<=7.50 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137579/SAP-NetWeaver-AS-JAVA-7.5-Information-Disclosure.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Jun/46
- https://erpscan.io/advisories/erpscan-16-016-sap-netweaver-7-4-information-disclosure-wd_chat/
- https://erpscan.io/press-center/blog/sap-security-notes-march-2016-review/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3973?
CVE-2016-3973 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its information disclosure risk.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3973?
To fix CVE-2016-3973, it is advised to upgrade to a patched version of SAP NetWeaver Java AS that eliminates this vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-3973?
CVE-2016-3973 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability affecting the chat feature in SAP NetWeaver Java AS.
Which versions of SAP NetWeaver are affected by CVE-2016-3973?
CVE-2016-3973 affects SAP NetWeaver Java AS versions 7.1 through 7.5.
What can attackers do with CVE-2016-3973?
Attackers exploiting CVE-2016-3973 can obtain sensitive user information through the missing access controls in the chat feature.
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