Vulnerability Description
The xmlParserHandlePEReference function in parser.c in libxml2 before 2.9.2, as used in Web Listener in Oracle HTTP Server in Oracle Fusion Middleware 11.1.1.7.0, 12.1.2.0, and 12.1.3.0 and other products, loads external parameter entities regardless of whether entity substitution or validation is enabled, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via a crafted XML document.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle | Fusion Middleware | 11.1.1.7.0 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00002.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-12/msg00120.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0749.html
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21678183
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpujan2015-1972971.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpuoct2015-2367953.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67233
- http://xmlsoft.org/news.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1090976
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/93092
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=9cd1c3cfbd32655d60572c0a413e0172
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205030
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT205031
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Aug/msg00001.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-0191?
CVE-2014-0191 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The xmlParserHandlePEReference function in parser.c in libxml2 before 2.9.2, as used in Web Listener in Oracle HTTP Server in Oracle Fusion Middleware 11.1.1.7.0, 12.1.2.0, and 12.1.3.0 and other prod...
How severe is CVE-2014-0191?
CVE-2014-0191 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-0191?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Oracle Fusion Middleware.