CVE-2014-1439
First published: Wed Feb 05 2014(Updated: )
The libxml_disable_entity_loader function in runtime/ext/ext_simplexml.cpp in HipHop Virtual Machine for PHP (HHVM) before 2.4.0 and 2.3.x before 2.3.3 does not properly disable a certain libxml handler, which allows remote attackers to conduct XML External Entity (XXE) attacks.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HipHop Virtual Machine | <=2.3.2 | |
| HipHop Virtual Machine | =2.0.0 | |
| HipHop Virtual Machine | =2.0.1 | |
| HipHop Virtual Machine | =2.0.2 | |
| HipHop Virtual Machine | =2.1.0 | |
| HipHop Virtual Machine | =2.2.0 | |
| HipHop Virtual Machine | =2.3.0 | |
| HipHop Virtual Machine | =2.3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-1439?
CVE-2014-1439 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for XML External Entity (XXE) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1439?
To mitigate CVE-2014-1439, upgrade HipHop Virtual Machine for PHP to version 2.4.0 or later.
Which versions of HipHop Virtual Machine for PHP are affected by CVE-2014-1439?
CVE-2014-1439 affects HipHop Virtual Machine versions before 2.4.0, including all 2.3.x versions before 2.3.3.
What type of attacks can CVE-2014-1439 allow?
CVE-2014-1439 can allow remote attackers to conduct XML External Entity (XXE) attacks.
Is CVE-2014-1439 specific to any programming language?
Yes, CVE-2014-1439 specifically affects applications using HipHop Virtual Machine for PHP.
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