CVE-2024-41946
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.19%
Last modified
CVE-2024-41946 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. REXML is an XML toolkit for Ruby. The REXML gem 3.3.2 has a DoS vulnerability when it parses an XML that has many entity expansions with SAX2 or pull parser API. EPSS estimates a 1.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
REXML is an XML toolkit for Ruby. The REXML gem 3.3.2 has a DoS vulnerability when it parses an XML that has many entity expansions with SAX2 or pull parser API. The REXML gem 3.3.3 or later include the patch to fix the vulnerability.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ruby-Lang | Rexml | < 3.3.3 |
References
Timeline
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-41946?
REXML is an XML toolkit for Ruby. The REXML gem 3.3.2 has a DoS vulnerability when it parses an XML that has many entity expansions with SAX2 or pull parser API. The REXML gem 3.3.3 or later include the patch to fix the vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2024-41946?
CVE-2024-41946 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-41946?
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-2024-41946?
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