Vulnerability identifier: #VU366

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2016-4264

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
ColdFusion
Server applications / Application servers

Vendor: Adobe

Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to gain access to potentially sensitive data.

The vulnerability exists due to flaw in XML objects analysis engine. A remote attacker supply specially crafted XML data and obtain potentilally sensitive information.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install patched version from vendor's website:
http://helpx.adobe.com/coldfusion/kb/coldfusion-11-update-10.html
http://helpx.adobe.com/coldfusion/kb/coldfusion-10-update-21.html

Vulnerable software versions

ColdFusion: 10 Update 19 - 10 Update 20, 11 Update 8 - 11 Update 9

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External links
http:helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb16-30.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.