CVE-2023-49733

Apache Cocoon's StreamGenerator is vulnerable to XXE injection

Description

Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability in Apache Cocoon.This issue affects Apache Cocoon: from 2.2.0 before 2.3.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.3.0, which fixes the issue.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.27%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Cocoon
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/t87nntzt6dxw354zbqr9k7l7o1x8gq11 vendor advisory mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/11/30/5 mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-49733?
CVE-2023-49733 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-49733?
To fix CVE-2023-49733, 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-2023-49733 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-49733 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-2023-49733?
CVE-2023-49733 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Cocoon.
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