CVE-2016-2099
UnknownEPSS 6.84%
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CVE-2016-2099 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Use-after-free vulnerability in validators/DTD/DTDScanner.cpp in Apache Xerces C++ 3.1.3 and earlier allows context-dependent attackers to have unspecified impact via an invalid character in an XML document.. EPSS estimates a 6.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in validators/DTD/DTDScanner.cpp in Apache Xerces C++ 3.1.3 and earlier allows context-dependent attackers to have unspecified impact via an invalid character in an XML document.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Xerces-C\+\+ | <= 3.1.3 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.2 |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2099?
Use-after-free vulnerability in validators/DTD/DTDScanner.cpp in Apache Xerces C++ 3.1.3 and earlier allows context-dependent attackers to have unspecified impact via an invalid character in an XML document.
How severe is CVE-2016-2099?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2099 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2099?
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