Vulnerability Description
The XML parsers in iText before 5.5.12 and 7.x before 7.0.3 do not disable external entities, which might allow remote attackers to conduct XML external entity (XXE) attacks via a crafted PDF.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Itextpdf | Itext | < 5.5.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541483/100/0/threadedThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docLocale=en_US&docId=emr_na-hpeThird Party Advisory
- https://www.compass-security.com/fileadmin/Datein/Research/Advisories/CSNC-2017-Third Party Advisory
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2020.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541483/100/0/threadedThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docLocale=en_US&docId=emr_na-hpeThird Party Advisory
- https://www.compass-security.com/fileadmin/Datein/Research/Advisories/CSNC-2017-Third Party Advisory
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2020.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-9096?
CVE-2017-9096 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The XML parsers in iText before 5.5.12 and 7.x before 7.0.3 do not disable external entities, which might allow remote attackers to conduct XML external entity (XXE) attacks via a crafted PDF.
How severe is CVE-2017-9096?
CVE-2017-9096 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-9096?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Itextpdf Itext.