CVE-2012-4399
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 12.09%
Last modified
CVE-2012-4399 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Xml class in CakePHP 2.1.x before 2.1.5 and 2.2.x before 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via XML data containing external entity references, aka an XML external entity (XXE) injection attack.. EPSS estimates a 12.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Xml class in CakePHP 2.1.x before 2.1.5 and 2.2.x before 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via XML data containing external entity references, aka an XML external entity (XXE) injection attack.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cakefoundation | Cakephp | >= 2.1.0, < 2.1.5 |
| Cakefoundation | Cakephp | >= 2.2.0, < 2.2.1 |
References
- http://bakery.cakephp.org/articles/markstory/2012/07/14/security_release_-_cakephp_2_1_5_2_2_1Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/bugtraq/2012/Jul/101Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49900Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/19863Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.osvdb.org/84042Broken Link
- http://bakery.cakephp.org/articles/markstory/2012/07/14/security_release_-_cakephp_2_1_5_2_2_1Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/bugtraq/2012/Jul/101Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49900Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/19863Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.osvdb.org/84042Broken Link
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-4399?
The Xml class in CakePHP 2.1.x before 2.1.5 and 2.2.x before 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via XML data containing external entity references, aka an XML external entity (XXE) injection attack.
How severe is CVE-2012-4399?
CVE-2012-4399 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 12.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4399?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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