Vulnerability Description
Restlet Framework before 2.3.12 allows remote attackers to access arbitrary files via a crafted REST API HTTP request that conducts an XXE attack, because only general external entities (not parameter external entities) are properly considered. This is related to XmlRepresentation, DOMRepresentation, SaxRepresentation, and JacksonRepresentation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Restlet | Restlet | < 2.3.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/restlet/restlet-framework-java/wiki/XEE-security-enhancementsThird Party Advisory
- https://lgtm.com/blog/restlet_CVE-2017-14949ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/restlet/restlet-framework-java/wiki/XEE-security-enhancementsThird Party Advisory
- https://lgtm.com/blog/restlet_CVE-2017-14949ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-14949?
CVE-2017-14949 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Restlet Framework before 2.3.12 allows remote attackers to access arbitrary files via a crafted REST API HTTP request that conducts an XXE attack, because only general external entities (not parameter...
How severe is CVE-2017-14949?
CVE-2017-14949 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-14949?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Restlet Restlet.