CVE-2016-6898

Name: CVE-2016-6898
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-09-07T19:28:19.363+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.83%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-6898 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in the Hyper Management Module (HMM) in Huawei E9000 rack servers with software before V100R001C00SPC296 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service (web service outage) via a crafted XML document.. EPSS estimates a 0.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in the Hyper Management Module (HMM) in Huawei E9000 rack servers with software before V100R001C00SPC296 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service (web service outage) via a crafted XML document.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.83%

52.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Huawei	E9000 Chassis	<= v100r001c00

References

http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20160824-01-e9000-enVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92620Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20160824-01-e9000-enVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92620Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Sep 7, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-6898?

How severe is CVE-2016-6898?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6898 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-6898?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST