CVE-2023-52425
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.81%
Last modified
CVE-2023-52425 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. libexpat through 2.5.0 allows a denial of service (resource consumption) because many full reparsings are required in the case of a large token for which multiple buffer fills are needed.. EPSS estimates a 1.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
libexpat through 2.5.0 allows a denial of service (resource consumption) because many full reparsings are required in the case of a large token for which multiple buffer fills are needed.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libexpat Project | Libexpat | <= 2.5.0 |
References
- https://github.com/libexpat/libexpat/pull/789Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/libexpat/libexpat/pull/789Exploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-52425?
libexpat through 2.5.0 allows a denial of service (resource consumption) because many full reparsings are required in the case of a large token for which multiple buffer fills are needed.
How severe is CVE-2023-52425?
CVE-2023-52425 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52425?
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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