CVE-2022-33977

Description

untangle is a python library to convert XML data to python objects. untangle versions 1.2.0 and earlier improperly restricts recursive entity references in DTDs. By exploiting this vulnerability, a remote unauthenticated attacker may cause a denial-of-service (DoS) condition on the server where the product is running.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.58%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory jvn.jp
Affected: Christian Stefanescu untangle
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/stchris/untangle third party advisory product
https://github.com/stchris/untangle/releases/tag/1.2.1 third party advisory release notes
https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN30454777/ third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-33977?
CVE-2022-33977 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-33977?
To fix CVE-2022-33977, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-33977 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-33977 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-33977?
CVE-2022-33977 affects Christian Stefanescu untangle.
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