CVE-2016-9924 XML external entity in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 29 Mar 2017 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can exploit XML External Entity vulnerabilities in Zimbra Collaboration Suite to read sensitive data or cause denial of service.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2016-9924?

CVE-2016-9924 is a critical vulnerability in Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite, published on 29 Mar 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS) before 8.7.4 allows remote attackers to conduct XML External Entity (XXE) attacks.

Weakness: CWE-611

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-9924?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9924?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-9924 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2016-9924 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-9924 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-92j5-798v-g55r.