CVE-2023-52426
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2023-52426 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. libexpat through 2.5.0 allows recursive XML Entity Expansion if XML_DTD is undefined at compile time.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
libexpat through 2.5.0 allows recursive XML Entity Expansion if XML_DTD is undefined at compile time.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/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://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/776.htmlTechnical Description
- https://github.com/libexpat/libexpat/commit/0f075ec8ecb5e43f8fdca5182f8cca4703da0404Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/libexpat/libexpat/pull/777Vendor Advisory
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/776.htmlTechnical Description
- https://github.com/libexpat/libexpat/commit/0f075ec8ecb5e43f8fdca5182f8cca4703da0404Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/libexpat/libexpat/pull/777Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-52426?
libexpat through 2.5.0 allows recursive XML Entity Expansion if XML_DTD is undefined at compile time.
How severe is CVE-2023-52426?
CVE-2023-52426 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52426?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2023-52426?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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