CVE-2016-6138: Path Traversal
First published: Fri Aug 05 2016(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in SAP TREX 7.10 Revision 63 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via unspecified vectors, aka SAP Security Note 2203591.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SAP TREX | =7.10-revision_63 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138437/SAP-TREX-7.10-Revision-63-Directory-Traversal.html
- http://scn.sap.com/community/security/blog/2015/10/14/sap-security-notes-october-2015--review
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Aug/114
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Aug/86
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92060
- https://layersevensecurity.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Layer-Seven-Security_SAP-Security-Notes_October-2015.pdf
- https://www.onapsis.com/blog/analyzing-sap-security-notes-october-2015
- https://www.onapsis.com/research/security-advisories/sap-trex-remote-directory-traversal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6138?
CVE-2016-6138 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on sensitive file exposure.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6138?
To remediate CVE-2016-6138, users should upgrade to SAP TREX 7.10 Revision 64 or later as recommended in SAP Security Note 2203591.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-6138?
CVE-2016-6138 could be exploited through directory traversal attacks allowing unauthorized access to arbitrary files.
Which versions of SAP TREX are affected by CVE-2016-6138?
CVE-2016-6138 affects SAP TREX version 7.10 Revision 63.
What is the consequence of not addressing CVE-2016-6138?
Failure to address CVE-2016-6138 could lead to unauthorized file reading, potentially exposing sensitive data.
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