CVE-2024-55875

Public Exploit
http4k has a potential XXE (XML External Entity Injection) vulnerability

Description

http4k is a functional toolkit for Kotlin HTTP applications. Prior to version 5.41.0.0, there is a potential XXE (XML External Entity Injection) vulnerability when http4k handling malicious XML contents within requests, which might allow attackers to read local sensitive information on server, trigger Server-side Request Forgery and even execute code under some circumstances. Version 5.41.0.0 contains a patch for the issue.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.89% Top 30%
Affected: http4k http4k
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/http4k/http4k/security/advisories/GHSA-7mj5-hjjj-8rgw
https://github.com/http4k/http4k/commit/35297adc6d6aca4951d50d8cdf17ff87a8b19fbc
https://github.com/http4k/http4k/blob/25696dff2d90206cc1da42f42a1a8dbcdbcdf18c/core/format/xml/src/main/kotlin/org/http4k/format/Xml.kt#L42-L46

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-55875?
CVE-2024-55875 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-55875?
To fix CVE-2024-55875, 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-2024-55875 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-55875 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-55875?
CVE-2024-55875 affects http4k http4k.
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