CVE-2026-44618
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2026-44618 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Insecure XML parser configuration in Apache CXF's WS-Transfer module may allow attackers to perform XXE attacks. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.1, 4.1.6 or 3.6.11, which fix this issue.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insecure XML parser configuration in Apache CXF's WS-Transfer module may allow attackers to perform XXE attacks. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.1, 4.1.6 or 3.6.11, which fix this issue.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Cxf | < 3.6.11 |
| Apache | Cxf | >= 4.0.0, < 4.1.6 |
| Apache | Cxf | 4.2.0 |
References
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-44618?
Insecure XML parser configuration in Apache CXF's WS-Transfer module may allow attackers to perform XXE attacks.
Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.1, 4.1.6 or 3.6.11, which fix this issue.
How severe is CVE-2026-44618?
CVE-2026-44618 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-44618?
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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