Vulnerability Description
In Apache FOP before 2.2, files lying on the filesystem of the server which uses FOP can be revealed to arbitrary users who send maliciously formed SVG files. The file types that can be shown depend on the user context in which the exploitable application is running. If the user is root a full compromise of the server - including confidential or sensitive files - would be possible. XXE can also be used to attack the availability of the server via denial of service as the references within a xml document can trivially trigger an amplification attack.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Formatting Objects Processor | <= 2.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3864
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97947
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2021-14
- https://xmlgraphics.apache.org/security.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3864
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97947
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2021-14
- https://xmlgraphics.apache.org/security.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-5661?
CVE-2017-5661 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). In Apache FOP before 2.2, files lying on the filesystem of the server which uses FOP can be revealed to arbitrary users who send maliciously formed SVG files. The file types that can be shown depend o...
How severe is CVE-2017-5661?
CVE-2017-5661 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5661?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Formatting Objects Processor.