Vulnerability Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to a XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack when processing XML data. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to expose sensitive information or consume memory resources. IBM X-Force ID: 196648.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 8.0.0.0, < 8.0.0.15 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/196648VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6445171PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/196648VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6445171PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-20453?
CVE-2021-20453 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to a XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack when processing XML data. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to expose ...
How severe is CVE-2021-20453?
CVE-2021-20453 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-20453?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Websphere Application Server.