CVE-2021-3878
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.83%
Last modified
CVE-2021-3878 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. corenlp is vulnerable to Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference. EPSS estimates a 1.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
corenlp is vulnerable to Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford | Corenlp | < 4.3.1 |
References
- https://github.com/stanfordnlp/corenlp/commit/e5bbe135a02a74b952396751ed3015e8b8252e99Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/a11c889b-ccff-4fea-9e29-963a23a63dd2Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/stanfordnlp/corenlp/commit/e5bbe135a02a74b952396751ed3015e8b8252e99Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/a11c889b-ccff-4fea-9e29-963a23a63dd2Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-3878?
corenlp is vulnerable to Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference
How severe is CVE-2021-3878?
CVE-2021-3878 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-3878?
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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