CVE-2024-55549
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2024-55549 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. xsltGetInheritedNsList in libxslt before 1.1.43 has a use-after-free issue related to exclusion of result prefixes.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
xsltGetInheritedNsList in libxslt before 1.1.43 has a use-after-free issue related to exclusion of result prefixes.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xmlsoft | Libxslt | < 1.1.43 |
References
- https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/libxslt/-/issues/127Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-55549?
xsltGetInheritedNsList in libxslt before 1.1.43 has a use-after-free issue related to exclusion of result prefixes.
How severe is CVE-2024-55549?
CVE-2024-55549 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-55549?
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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