CVE-2016-3976: SAP NetWeaver Directory Traversal Vulnerability
First published: Thu Apr 07 2016(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver AS Java 7.1 through 7.5 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a ..\ (dot dot backslash) in the fileName parameter to CrashFileDownloadServlet, aka SAP Security Note 2234971.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SAP NetWeaver | ||
| SAP NetWeaver AS for Java | >=7.10<=7.50 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137528/SAP-NetWeaver-AS-JAVA-7.5-Directory-Traversal.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Jun/40
- https://erpscan.io/advisories/erpscan-16-012/
- https://erpscan.io/press-center/blog/sap-security-notes-march-2016-review/
- https://launchpad.support.sap.com/#/notes/2234971
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39996/
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-3976
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3976?
CVE-2016-3976 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow unauthorized access to sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3976?
To fix CVE-2016-3976, apply the security patches provided in SAP Security Note 2234971.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-3976?
CVE-2016-3976 affects SAP NetWeaver AS Java versions 7.1 through 7.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-3976?
CVE-2016-3976 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-3976?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-3976 include data exposure and unauthorized access to sensitive information.
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