Vulnerability Description
The XML DTD parser in Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4, 4.5, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, and 4.6 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue, aka ".NET Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | .Net Framework | 2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034116
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-11
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034116
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-11
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-6096?
CVE-2015-6096 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The XML DTD parser in Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4, 4.5, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, and 4.6 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an external entity declaration in conjunction with...
How severe is CVE-2015-6096?
CVE-2015-6096 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-2015-6096?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft .Net Framework.