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CVE-2016-9563

SAP NetWeaver XML External Entity (XXE)

6.5 MEDIUMActively exploited (CISA KEV)EPSS 24.2%
  1. Published23 Nov 2016
  2. Added to CISA KEV3 Nov 2021
  3. Remediation due3 May 2022
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

SAP NetWeaver Application Server Java Platforms contains an unspecified vulnerability in BC-BMT-BPM-DSK which allows remote, authenticated users to conduct XML External Entity (XXE) attacks.

Added to KEV: 3 Nov 2021Federal remediation due: 3 May 2022

Description

BC-BMT-BPM-DSK in SAP NetWeaver AS JAVA 7.5 allows remote authenticated users to conduct XML External Entity (XXE) attacks via the sap.com~tc~bpem~him~uwlconn~provider~web/bpemuwlconn URI, aka SAP Security Note 2296909.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Affected products

SAP Netweaver Application Server Java7.50

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2016-9563 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2016-9563 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 3 Nov 2021.

How severe is CVE-2016-9563?

CVE-2016-9563 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated medium. EPSS estimates a 24.2% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2016-9563?

Affected products include SAP Netweaver Application Server Java.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9563?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.