CVE-2025-48882

PHPOffice Math allows XXE when processing an XML file in the MathML format

Description

PHPOffice Math is a library that provides a set of classes to manipulate different formula file formats. Prior to version 0.3.0, loading XML data using the standard `libxml` extension and the `LIBXML_DTDLOAD` flag without additional filtration, leads to XXE. Version 0.3.0 fixes the vulnerability.

Category

8.7
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: PHPOffice Math
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/PHPOffice/Math/security/advisories/GHSA-42hm-pq2f-3r7m
https://github.com/PHPOffice/Math/commit/fc31c8f57a7a81f962cbf389fd89f4d9d06fc99a

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-48882?
CVE-2025-48882 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-48882?
To fix CVE-2025-48882, 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-2025-48882 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-48882 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-2025-48882?
CVE-2025-48882 affects PHPOffice Math.
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