Vulnerability Description
In the TransformXML processor of Apache NiFi before 1.15.1 an authenticated user could configure an XSLT file which, if it included malicious external entity calls, may reveal sensitive information.
CVSS Score
6.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Nifi | >= 0.1.0, < 1.15.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/12/17/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://nifi.apache.org/security.html#1.15.1-vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/12/17/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://nifi.apache.org/security.html#1.15.1-vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-44145?
CVE-2021-44145 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). In the TransformXML processor of Apache NiFi before 1.15.1 an authenticated user could configure an XSLT file which, if it included malicious external entity calls, may reveal sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2021-44145?
CVE-2021-44145 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-44145?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Nifi.