CVE-2024-45048

Public Exploit
XML External Entity Reference (XXE) in PHPSpreadsheet

Description

PHPSpreadsheet is a pure PHP library for reading and writing spreadsheet files. Affected versions are subject to a bypassing of a filter which allows for an XXE-attack. This in turn allows attacker to obtain contents of local files, even if error reporting is muted. This vulnerability has been addressed in release version 2.2.1. All users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: PHPOffice PhpSpreadsheet
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/PHPOffice/PhpSpreadsheet/security/advisories/GHSA-ghg6-32f9-2jp7 third party advisory exploit
https://github.com/PHPOffice/PhpSpreadsheet/commit/bea2d4b30f24bcc8a7712e208d1359e603b45dda patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-45048?
CVE-2024-45048 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-45048?
To fix CVE-2024-45048, 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-2024-45048 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-45048 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2024-45048?
CVE-2024-45048 affects PHPOffice PhpSpreadsheet.
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