CVE-2024-28168 — HIGH (7.5)

Vulnerability Description

Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') vulnerability in Apache XML Graphics FOP. This issue affects Apache XML Graphics FOP: 2.9. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.10, which fixes the issue.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apache	Formatting Objects Processor	2.9

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-611

References

https://xmlgraphics.apache.org/security.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/10/09/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-28168?

CVE-2024-28168 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') vulnerability in Apache XML Graphics FOP. This issue affects Apache XML Graphics FOP: 2.9. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2...

How severe is CVE-2024-28168?

CVE-2024-28168 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-28168?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Formatting Objects Processor.