CVE-2024-40896

Description

In libxml2 2.11 before 2.11.9, 2.12 before 2.12.9, and 2.13 before 2.13.3, the SAX parser can produce events for external entities even if custom SAX handlers try to override entity content (by setting "checked"). This makes classic XXE attacks possible.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.34%
Affected: libxml2 libxml2
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/libxml2/-/issues/761
https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/libxml2/-/commit/1a8932303969907f6572b1b6aac4081c56adb5c6
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20250228-0004/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40896?
CVE-2024-40896 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-40896?
To fix CVE-2024-40896, 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-2024-40896 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-40896 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-2024-40896?
CVE-2024-40896 affects libxml2 libxml2.
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