CVE-2016-4931

Name: CVE-2016-4931
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-20T20:59:00.33+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.92%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-4931 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. XML entity injection in Junos Space before 15.2R2 allows attackers to cause a denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

XML entity injection in Junos Space before 15.2R2 allows attackers to cause a denial of service.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.92%

55.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-611

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Juniper	Junos Space	<= 15.2	R1

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93540Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://kb.juniper.net/InfoCenter/index?page=content&id=JSA10760Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93540Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://kb.juniper.net/InfoCenter/index?page=content&id=JSA10760Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 20, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-4931?

XML entity injection in Junos Space before 15.2R2 allows attackers to cause a denial of service.

How severe is CVE-2016-4931?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4931 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4931?

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-2016-4931?

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Source: NVD / NIST