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CVE-2014-0191

UnknownEPSS 8.10%

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CVE-2014-0191 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The xmlParserHandlePEReference function in parser.c in libxml2 before 2.9.2, as used in Web Listener in Oracle HTTP Server in Oracle Fusion Middleware 11.1.1.7.0, 12.1.2.0, and 12.1.3.0 and other products, loads external parameter entities regardless of whether entity substitution or validation is enabled, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via a crafted XML document.. EPSS estimates a 8.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The xmlParserHandlePEReference function in parser.c in libxml2 before 2.9.2, as used in Web Listener in Oracle HTTP Server in Oracle Fusion Middleware 11.1.1.7.0, 12.1.2.0, and 12.1.3.0 and other products, loads external parameter entities regardless of whether entity substitution or validation is enabled, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via a crafted XML document.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
8.10%

94.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
OracleFusion Middleware11.1.1.7.0
OracleFusion Middleware12.1.2.0.0
OracleFusion Middleware12.1.3.0.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-0191?
The xmlParserHandlePEReference function in parser.c in libxml2 before 2.9.2, as used in Web Listener in Oracle HTTP Server in Oracle Fusion Middleware 11.1.1.7.0, 12.1.2.0, and 12.1.3.0 and other products, loads external parameter entities regardless of whether entity substitution or validation is enabled, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via a crafted XML document.
How severe is CVE-2014-0191?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-0191 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0191?
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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Source: NVD / NIST