XML Signature Wrapping Attack in Apache Axis2

CVE-2012-4418

Summary

The vulnerability in Apache Axis2 allows remote attackers to exploit an XML Signature wrapping attack. This security flaw enables attackers to forge messages that can manipulate the data being sent to the server. By leveraging this vulnerability, malicious actors are capable of bypassing authentication mechanisms, thus gaining unauthorized access to sensitive resources. This risk highlights the importance of securing XML processing in web services to prevent unauthorized actions and data breaches.

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