CVE-2016-3039

CVE-2016-3039 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Traveler with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

IBM Traveler 8.x and 9.x before 9.0.1.12 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via XML data containing an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-3039?
IBM Traveler 8.x and 9.x before 9.0.1.12 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via XML data containing an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue.
How severe is CVE-2016-3039?
CVE-2016-3039 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2016-3039 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-3039?
CVE-2016-3039 primarily affects Ibm Traveler. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3039?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2016-3039 published?
CVE-2016-3039 was published on 2016-07-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)