CVE-2023-46802

Description

e-Tax software Version3.0.10 and earlier improperly restricts XML external entity references (XXE) due to the configuration of the embedded XML parser. By processing a specially crafted XML file, arbitrary files on the system may be read by an attacker.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Third-Party Advisory jvn.jp
Affected: National Tax Agency e-Tax software
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.e-tax.nta.go.jp/topics/topics_20231102.htm product
https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN14762986/ third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-46802?
CVE-2023-46802 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-46802?
To fix CVE-2023-46802, 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-2023-46802 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-46802 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-46802?
CVE-2023-46802 affects National Tax Agency e-Tax software.
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