CVE-2016-4014: Critical severity sap netweaver vulnerability
XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in the UDDI component in SAP NetWeaver JAVA AS 7.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system hang) via a crafted DTD in an XML request to uddi/api/replication, aka SAP Security Note 2254389.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4014?
CVE-2016-4014 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that can lead to denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4014?
To fix CVE-2016-4014, apply the patches provided in SAP Security Note 2254389 for SAP NetWeaver Java AS 7.4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-4014?
CVE-2016-4014 is an XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability affecting the UDDI component in SAP NetWeaver.
What is affected by CVE-2016-4014?
CVE-2016-4014 specifically affects SAP NetWeaver Java AS version 7.4.
Can CVE-2016-4014 lead to data exposure?
While the primary impact of CVE-2016-4014 is denial of service, it may also expose the system to further security risks if exploited.