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CVE-2012-6612

First published: Sat Dec 07 2013(Updated: )

The (1) UpdateRequestHandler for XSLT or (2) XPathEntityProcessor in Apache Solr before 4.1 allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via XML data containing an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue, different vectors than CVE-2013-6407.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apache Solr<=4.0.0
Apache Solr=4.0.0-alpha
Apache Solr=4.0.0-beta

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-6612?

    CVE-2012-6612 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to lead to XML External Entity (XXE) attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-6612?

    To fix CVE-2012-6612, update Apache Solr to version 4.1 or later, as these versions contain patches that address the vulnerability.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2012-6612?

    CVE-2012-6612 allows remote attackers to exploit vulnerabilities via crafted XML data, potentially leading to data disclosure or denial of service.

  • Which versions of Apache Solr are affected by CVE-2012-6612?

    CVE-2012-6612 affects Apache Solr versions prior to 4.1, including 4.0.0 and its alpha and beta releases.

  • Is CVE-2012-6612 a known XXE vulnerability?

    Yes, CVE-2012-6612 is categorized as an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability that allows for unauthorized data access.

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