CVE-2019-4391
HIGHCVSS 8.2/10EPSS 1.23%
Last modified
CVE-2019-4391 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.2/10 on the CVSS scale. HCL AppScan Standard is vulnerable to XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack when processing XML data. EPSS estimates a 1.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
HCL AppScan Standard is vulnerable to XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack when processing XML data
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hcltech | Appscan | <= 9.0.3.14 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-4391?
HCL AppScan Standard is vulnerable to XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack when processing XML data
How severe is CVE-2019-4391?
CVE-2019-4391 has a CVSS score of 8.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4391?
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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