Vulnerability Description
The InfoPath Forms Services component in Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 SP3 and 2010 SP2 misparses DTDs, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an XML document containing an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue, aka "Microsoft SharePoint Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2007 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033804Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-11
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033804Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-11
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-2556?
CVE-2015-2556 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The InfoPath Forms Services component in Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 SP3 and 2010 SP2 misparses DTDs, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an XML document containing an exter...
How severe is CVE-2015-2556?
CVE-2015-2556 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-2556?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Sharepoint Server.