CVE-2024-52596

SimpleSAMLphp xml-common XXE vulnerability

Description

SimpleSAMLphp xml-common is a common classes for handling XML-structures. When loading an (untrusted) XML document, for example the SAMLResponse, it's possible to induce an XXE. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.19.0.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Affected: simplesamlphp xml-common
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/simplesamlphp/xml-common/security/advisories/GHSA-2x65-fpch-2fcm
https://github.com/simplesamlphp/xml-common/commit/fa4ade391c3194466acf5fbfd5d2ecdbf5e831f5
https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/12/msg00001.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-52596?
CVE-2024-52596 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-52596?
To fix CVE-2024-52596, 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-2024-52596 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-52596 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-2024-52596?
CVE-2024-52596 affects simplesamlphp xml-common.
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