CVE-2016-2388
MediumExploitedPublic exploitThe Universal Worklist Configuration in SAP NetWeaver AS JAVA 7.4 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive user information via a crafted HTTP request, aka SAP Security Note 2256846.
Published Feb 16, 2016 · Updated Apr 21, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2016-2388 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 5.3 v3.1) affecting Netweaver Application Server Java (Sap).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jun 9, 2022. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Netweaver Application Server Java 7.50.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
5.3
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
52%
Higher than 98.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The Universal Worklist Configuration in SAP NetWeaver AS JAVA 7.4 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive user information via a crafted HTTP request, aka SAP Security Note 2256846.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Jun 9, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jun 9, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Jun 9, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Jun 9, 2022 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Netweaver Application Server JavaSap | See advisory | 7.50 |
Patched Releases
Netweaver Application Server Java
7.50
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Feb 16, 2016
Added to CISA KEV
Jun 9, 2022
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jun 9, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jun 9, 2022
Added to ENISA EUVD
Jun 9, 2022
Last updated
Apr 21, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-200 Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
References
- advisoryhttps://erpscan.io/advisories/erpscan-16-010-sap-netweaver-7-4-information-disclosure/
- advisoryhttps://erpscan.io/press-center/blog/sap-security-notes-february-2016-review/
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137128/SAP-NetWeaver-AS-JAVA-7.5-Information-Disclosure.html
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/145860/SAP-NetWeaver-J2EE-Engine-7.40-SQL-Injection.html
- exploit20160523 [ERPSCAN-16-010] SAP NetWeaver AS JAVA - information disclosure vulnerability
FAQ
Common Questions.
The Universal Worklist Configuration in SAP NetWeaver AS JAVA 7.4 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive user information via a crafted HTTP request, aka SAP Security Note 2256846.
Affected: Netweaver Application Server Java (Sap). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jun 9, 2022.
Yes. It was added on Jun 9, 2022 with a federal remediation due date of Jun 30, 2022.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Netweaver Application Server Java 7.50.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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