CVE-2017-7545: XEE
An XXE vulnerability was found in BPM 7.1.0 when XmlUtils class in org.jbpm.migration package is parsing crafted XML files with DocumentBuilder that is wrongly configured.
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It was discovered that the XmlUtils class in jbpmmigration 6.5 performed expansion of external parameter entities while parsing XML files. A remote attacker could use this flaw to read files accessible to the user running the application server and, potentially, perform other more advanced XML eXternal Entity (XXE) attacks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7545?
The severity of CVE-2017-7545 is considered to be critical due to its potential to allow unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7545?
To fix CVE-2017-7545, you should upgrade to a patched version of the affected software, such as Red Hat Decision Manager 7.0 or jBPM 6.5.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-7545?
CVE-2017-7545 affects users of Red Hat Decision Manager 7.0, jBoss BPM Suite 6.4, and jBPM 6.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-7545?
CVE-2017-7545 is an XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability that can be exploited to read local files.
Can CVE-2017-7545 lead to data theft?
Yes, CVE-2017-7545 can potentially allow attackers to read sensitive data from local files on the server.