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CVE-2016-8739

UnknownEPSS 7.32%

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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

EPSS Probability
7.32%

93.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ApacheCxf<= 3.0.11
ApacheCxf3.1.0
ApacheCxf3.1.1
ApacheCxf3.1.2
ApacheCxf3.1.3
ApacheCxf3.1.4
ApacheCxf3.1.5
ApacheCxf3.1.6
ApacheCxf3.1.7
ApacheCxf3.1.8

References

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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Source: NVD / NIST