Vulnerabilities in XML Signature Implementations Due to SSRF Risks
CVE-2024-34581

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

W3C

Status
XML Signature Syntax and Processing
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 June 2024

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What is CVE-2024-34581?

The W3C XML Signature Syntax and Processing specification has inherent vulnerabilities related to the handling of URIs in the RetrievalMethod, which may expose implementations to Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) attacks. Earlier iterations of the specification prior to version 1.1 did not adequately address these risks, leaving systems prone to exploitation. Subsequent updates transitioned to a best-practices approach to guide developers on mitigating SSRF vulnerabilities, significantly enhancing the security posture of implementations. Awareness and adherence to these guidelines are crucial for ensuring safe XML cryptographic practices.

News Articles

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CVE-2024-34581 : W3C XML SIGNATURE SYNTAX AND PROCESSING SPECIFICATION 1.0 SERVER-SIDE REQUEST FORGERY - Cloud WAF

CVE-2024-34581 : The W3C XML Signature Syntax and Processing (XMLDsig) specification, starting with 1.0, was originally published with a "RetrievalMethod is a URI.

References

https://www.w3.org/TR/xmldsig-core2/
https://www.w3.org/TR/xmldsig-core1/
https://www.w3.org/TR/2013/NOTE-xmldsig-bestpractices-201...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 📰

    First article discovered by prophaze.com

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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