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CVE-2017-14868: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference

November 30, 2017 (updated December 15, 2017)

When using SimpleXMLProvider, allows remote attackers to access arbitrary files via an XXE attack in a REST API HTTP request.

References

  • nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-14868

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Affected versions

All versions before 2.3.11

Fixed versions

  • 2.3.11

Solution

Upgrade to version 2.3.11 or above.

Impact 7.5 HIGH

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

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Weakness

  • CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference

Source file

maven/org.restlet.jee/org.restlet/CVE-2017-14868.yml

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