XML External Entity Injection Vulnerability in IBM SDK, Java Technology Edition
CVE-2017-1289

8.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Runtimes For Java Technology
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 May 2017

Summary

The IBM SDK, Java Technology Edition is susceptible to an XML External Entity Injection (XXE) vulnerability when handling XML data. This flaw may allow remote attackers to exploit the affected system, potentially leading to the exposure of sensitive information or the exhaustion of memory resources. As a result, it is essential for organizations using this SDK to implement appropriate security measures to mitigate the risk. Detailed vendor advisories and best practices for remediation can be found in the references.

Affected Version(s)

Runtimes for Java Technology 6.0, 6.1, 7.0, 7.1, 8.0

References

https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1221
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https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1220
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https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22002169
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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