CVE-2016-3033

Name: CVE-2016-3033
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-12-01T11:59:05.917+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.39%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3033 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM AppScan Source 8.7 through 9.0.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via an XML document containing an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue.. EPSS estimates a 1.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM AppScan Source 8.7 through 9.0.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via an XML document containing an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.39%

68.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-611

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Appscan Source	8.7
Ibm	Appscan Source	8.7.0.1
Ibm	Appscan Source	8.8
Ibm	Appscan Source	9.0
Ibm	Appscan Source	9.0.0.1
Ibm	Appscan Source	9.0.1
Ibm	Appscan Source	9.0.2
Ibm	Appscan Source	9.0.3
Ibm	Appscan Source	9.0.3.1
Ibm	Appscan Source	9.0.3.2
Ibm	Appscan Source	9.0.3.3

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21987326Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92388Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21987326Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92388Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Dec 1, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3033?

How severe is CVE-2016-3033?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3033 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3033?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-3033?

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Source: NVD / NIST