CVE-2019-20201
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.17%
Last modified
CVE-2019-20201 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in ezXML 0.8.3 through 0.8.6. The ezxml_parse_* functions mishandle XML entities, leading to an infinite loop in which memory allocations occur.. EPSS estimates a 1.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in ezXML 0.8.3 through 0.8.6. The ezxml_parse_* functions mishandle XML entities, leading to an infinite loop in which memory allocations occur.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ezxml Project | Ezxml | >= 0.8.3, <= 0.8.6 |
References
- https://sourceforge.net/p/ezxml/bugs/16/Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/ezxml/bugs/16/Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-20201?
An issue was discovered in ezXML 0.8.3 through 0.8.6. The ezxml_parse_* functions mishandle XML entities, leading to an infinite loop in which memory allocations occur.
How severe is CVE-2019-20201?
CVE-2019-20201 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-20201?
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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