CVE-2017-11286: XEE

Published Dec 1, 2017
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Updated

Adobe ColdFusion has an XML external entity (XXE) injection vulnerability. This affects Update 4 and earlier versions for ColdFusion 2016, and Update 12 and earlier versions for ColdFusion 11.

Affected Software

18 affected components
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update1
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update10
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update11
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update12
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update2
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update3
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update4
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update5
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update6
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update7
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update8
Adobe ColdFusion=11.0-update9
Adobe ColdFusion=2016
Adobe ColdFusion=2016-update1
Adobe ColdFusion=2016-update2
Adobe ColdFusion=2016-update3
Adobe ColdFusion=2016-update4

Event History

Dec 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-11286?

CVE-2017-11286 is rated as a crucial vulnerability due to its potential for XML external entity (XXE) injection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-11286?

To fix CVE-2017-11286, upgrade to Adobe ColdFusion 2016 Update 5 or later, or ColdFusion 11 Update 13 or later.

3

Which versions of Adobe ColdFusion are affected by CVE-2017-11286?

CVE-2017-11286 affects Adobe ColdFusion 2016 Update 4 and earlier, as well as ColdFusion 11 Update 12 and earlier versions.

4

What is an XML external entity (XXE) injection vulnerability in the context of CVE-2017-11286?

In the context of CVE-2017-11286, an XML external entity (XXE) injection vulnerability allows an attacker to interfere with the processing of XML data, leading to potential data exposure or system compromise.

5

Can CVE-2017-11286 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-11286 can be exploited remotely if an attacker is able to send malicious XML data to the vulnerable Adobe ColdFusion application.

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