CVE-2018-11761
UnknownEPSS 9.63%
Last modified
CVE-2018-11761 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Apache Tika 0.1 to 1.18, the XML parsers were not configured to limit entity expansion. They were therefore vulnerable to an entity expansion vulnerability which can lead to a denial of service attack.. EPSS estimates a 9.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Apache Tika 0.1 to 1.18, the XML parsers were not configured to limit entity expansion. They were therefore vulnerable to an entity expansion vulnerability which can lead to a denial of service attack.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Tika | >= 0.1, <= 1.18 |
| Oracle | Business Process Management Suite | 12.1.3.0.0 |
| Oracle | Business Process Management Suite | 12.2.1.3.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105514Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2019-5072813.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105514Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2019-5072813.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-11761?
In Apache Tika 0.1 to 1.18, the XML parsers were not configured to limit entity expansion. They were therefore vulnerable to an entity expansion vulnerability which can lead to a denial of service attack.
How severe is CVE-2018-11761?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-11761 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-11761?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-11761?
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