CVE-2020-11991

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 73.08%

Last modified

CVE-2020-11991 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. When using the StreamGenerator, the code parse a user-provided XML. A specially crafted XML, including external system entities, could be used to access any file on the server system.. EPSS estimates a 73.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

When using the StreamGenerator, the code parse a user-provided XML. A specially crafted XML, including external system entities, could be used to access any file on the server system.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability
73.08%

99.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ApacheCocoon>= 2.1, <= 2.1.12

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-11991?
When using the StreamGenerator, the code parse a user-provided XML. A specially crafted XML, including external system entities, could be used to access any file on the server system.
How severe is CVE-2020-11991?
CVE-2020-11991 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 73.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-11991?
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