CVE-2015-8549
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 1.38%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8549 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in PyAMF before 0.8.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or read arbitrary files via a crafted Action Message Format (AMF) payload.. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in PyAMF before 0.8.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or read arbitrary files via a crafted Action Message Format (AMF) payload.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pyamf | Pyamf | < 0.8.0 |
References
- http://www.ocert.org/advisories/ocert-2015-011.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/hydralabs/pyamf/pull/58Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.ocert.org/advisories/ocert-2015-011.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/hydralabs/pyamf/pull/58Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8549?
XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in PyAMF before 0.8.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or read arbitrary files via a crafted Action Message Format (AMF) payload.
How severe is CVE-2015-8549?
CVE-2015-8549 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8549?
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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