Vulnerability Description
Apache Karaf provides a features deployer, which allows users to "hot deploy" a features XML by dropping the file directly in the deploy folder. The features XML is parsed by XMLInputFactory class. Apache Karaf XMLInputFactory class doesn't contain any mitigation codes against XXE. This is a potential security risk as an user can inject external XML entities in Apache Karaf version prior to 4.1.7 or 4.2.2. It has been fixed in Apache Karaf 4.1.7 and 4.2.2 releases.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Karaf | < 4.1.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://karaf.apache.org/security/cve-2018-11788.txtVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106479Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://karaf.apache.org/security/cve-2018-11788.txtVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106479Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-11788?
CVE-2018-11788 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Apache Karaf provides a features deployer, which allows users to "hot deploy" a features XML by dropping the file directly in the deploy folder. The features XML is parsed by XMLInputFactory class. Ap...
How severe is CVE-2018-11788?
CVE-2018-11788 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-11788?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Karaf.