CVE-2013-6408
First published: Sat Dec 07 2013(Updated: )
The DocumentAnalysisRequestHandler in Apache Solr before 4.3.1 does not properly use the EmptyEntityResolver, which 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. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2013-6407.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Solr | <=4.3.0 | |
| Apache Solr | =3.6.0 | |
| Apache Solr | =3.6.1 | |
| Apache Solr | =3.6.2 | |
| Apache Solr | =4.0.0 | |
| Apache Solr | =4.0.0-alpha | |
| Apache Solr | =4.0.0-beta | |
| Apache Solr | =4.1.0 | |
| Apache Solr | =4.2.0 | |
| Apache Solr | =4.2.1 | |
| maven/org.apache.solr:solr-core | <4.3.1 | 4.3.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-1844.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2014-0029.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/55542
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59372
- http://svn.apache.org/viewvc/lucene/dev/branches/branch_4x/solr/CHANGES.txt?view=markup
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/11/29/2
- https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/SOLR-4881
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2013-6408
- https://github.com/apache/lucene-solr/commit/7239a57a51ea0f4d05dd330ce5e15e4f72f72747
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-45w3-2hvv-pfxq (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-6408?
CVE-2013-6408 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6408?
To fix CVE-2013-6408, upgrade Apache Solr to version 4.3.1 or later.
What versions of Apache Solr are affected by CVE-2013-6408?
CVE-2013-6408 affects Apache Solr versions 3.6.0 to 4.3.0 inclusive.
What is the impact of CVE-2013-6408?
The impact of CVE-2013-6408 allows attackers to exploit XML data with external entity declarations, potentially leading to data exposure.
Is CVE-2013-6408 a known vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2013-6408 has been publicly disclosed and is recognized in cybersecurity databases.
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