XML External Entity Injection Vulnerability in IBM Cognos Controller
CVE-2023-47160
8.2HIGH
Summary
This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attacks by exploiting the processing of XML data in IBM Cognos Controller. This could lead to the exposure of sensitive information, as well as excessive consumption of memory resources, creating potential disruptions in service. Proper input validation and sanitization are essential to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.
Affected Version(s)
Cognos Controller 11.0.0 <= 11.0.1
Controller 11.1.0
References
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