CVE-2024-28168

Name: CVE-2024-28168
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-10-09T12:15:02.85+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.00%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-28168 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') vulnerability in Apache XML Graphics FOP. This issue affects Apache XML Graphics FOP: 2.9. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.10, which fixes the issue.. EPSS estimates a 1.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') vulnerability in Apache XML Graphics FOP. This issue affects Apache XML Graphics FOP: 2.9. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.10, which fixes the issue.

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

1.00%

58.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-611

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apache	Formatting Objects Processor	2.9

References

https://xmlgraphics.apache.org/security.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/10/09/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 9, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-28168?

How severe is CVE-2024-28168?

CVE-2024-28168 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-28168?

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