Vulnerability Description
XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in the Configuration Wizard in SAP NetWeaver Java AS 7.1 through 7.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service, conduct SMB Relay attacks, or access arbitrary files via a crafted XML request to _tc~monitoring~webservice~web/ServerNodesWSService, aka SAP Security Note 2235994.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sap | Netweaver Application Server Java | >= 7.10, <= 7.50 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137527/SAP-NetWeaver-AS-JAVA-7.5-XXE-InjectExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Jun/41ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://erpscan.io/advisories/erpscan-16-013-sap-netweaver-7-4-ctcprotocol-servlThird Party Advisory
- https://erpscan.io/press-center/blog/sap-security-notes-march-2016-review/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39995/ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137527/SAP-NetWeaver-AS-JAVA-7.5-XXE-InjectExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Jun/41ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://erpscan.io/advisories/erpscan-16-013-sap-netweaver-7-4-ctcprotocol-servlThird Party Advisory
- https://erpscan.io/press-center/blog/sap-security-notes-march-2016-review/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39995/ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3974?
CVE-2016-3974 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in the Configuration Wizard in SAP NetWeaver Java AS 7.1 through 7.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service, conduct SMB Relay attacks, or access ...
How severe is CVE-2016-3974?
CVE-2016-3974 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3974?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sap Netweaver Application Server Java.