CVE-2014-8875: XEE
First published: Fri Dec 19 2014(Updated: )
The XML_RPC_cd function in lib/pear/XML/RPC.php in Revive Adserver before 3.0.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU and memory consumption) via a crafted XML-RPC request, aka an XML Entity Expansion (XEE) attack.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Revive Adserver | <=3.0.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8875?
CVE-2014-8875 has a high severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service through resource exhaustion.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8875?
To fix CVE-2014-8875, upgrade to Revive Adserver version 3.0.6 or later.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2014-8875?
CVE-2014-8875 is associated with an XML Entity Expansion (XEE) attack that can lead to denial of service.
What versions of Revive Adserver are affected by CVE-2014-8875?
Revive Adserver versions prior to 3.0.6, specifically up to version 3.0.5, are affected by CVE-2014-8875.
Who can exploit CVE-2014-8875?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2014-8875 by sending crafted XML-RPC requests to the vulnerable server.
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