CVE-2022-48565
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 4.27%
Last modified
CVE-2022-48565 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An XML External Entity (XXE) issue was discovered in Python through 3.9.1. The plistlib module no longer accepts entity declarations in XML plist files to avoid XML vulnerabilities.. EPSS estimates a 4.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An XML External Entity (XXE) issue was discovered in Python through 3.9.1. The plistlib module no longer accepts entity declarations in XML plist files to avoid XML vulnerabilities.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Python | Python | < 3.6.13 |
| Python | Python | >= 3.7.0, < 3.7.10 |
| Python | Python | >= 3.8.0, < 3.8.7 |
| Python | Python | >= 3.9.0, < 3.9.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
References
- https://bugs.python.org/issue42051Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/09/msg00022.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://bugs.python.org/issue42051Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/09/msg00022.htmlThird Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-48565?
An XML External Entity (XXE) issue was discovered in Python through 3.9.1. The plistlib module no longer accepts entity declarations in XML plist files to avoid XML vulnerabilities.
How severe is CVE-2022-48565?
CVE-2022-48565 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-48565?
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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