CVE-2016-8739
UnknownEPSS 7.32%
Last modified
CVE-2016-8739 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The JAX-RS module in Apache CXF prior to 3.0.12 and 3.1.x prior to 3.1.9 provides a number of Atom JAX-RS MessageBodyReaders. These readers use Apache Abdera Parser which expands XML entities by default which represents a major XXE risk.. EPSS estimates a 7.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The JAX-RS module in Apache CXF prior to 3.0.12 and 3.1.x prior to 3.1.9 provides a number of Atom JAX-RS MessageBodyReaders. These readers use Apache Abdera Parser which expands XML entities by default which represents a major XXE risk.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Cxf | <= 3.0.11 |
| Apache | Cxf | 3.1.0 |
| Apache | Cxf | 3.1.1 |
| Apache | Cxf | 3.1.2 |
| Apache | Cxf | 3.1.3 |
| Apache | Cxf | 3.1.4 |
| Apache | Cxf | 3.1.5 |
| Apache | Cxf | 3.1.6 |
| Apache | Cxf | 3.1.7 |
| Apache | Cxf | 3.1.8 |
References
- http://cxf.apache.org/security-advisories.data/CVE-2016-8739.txt.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97579Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037544Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://cxf.apache.org/security-advisories.data/CVE-2016-8739.txt.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97579Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037544Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8739?
The JAX-RS module in Apache CXF prior to 3.0.12 and 3.1.x prior to 3.1.9 provides a number of Atom JAX-RS MessageBodyReaders. These readers use Apache Abdera Parser which expands XML entities by default which represents a major XXE risk.
How severe is CVE-2016-8739?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8739 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8739?
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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