CVE-2019-17554: XEE

Published Dec 4, 2019
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Updated

The XML content type entity deserializer in Apache Olingo versions 4.0.0 to 4.6.0 is not configured to deny the resolution of external entities. Request with content type "application/xml", which trigger the deserialization of entities, can be used to trigger XXE attacks.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache Olingo>=4.0.0<=4.6.0

Event History

Dec 4, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:54 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-17554?

CVE-2019-17554 is a vulnerability in Apache Olingo versions 4.0.0 to 4.6.0 that allows XML content type entity deserialization, leading to potential XXE attacks.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2019-17554?

The severity of CVE-2019-17554 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.

3

How does CVE-2019-17554 affect Apache Olingo?

CVE-2019-17554 affects Apache Olingo versions 4.0.0 to 4.6.0.

4

How can CVE-2019-17554 be exploited?

CVE-2019-17554 can be exploited by sending a request with content type "application/xml" to trigger the deserialization of entities and perform XXE attacks.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2019-17554?

To fix CVE-2019-17554, update to a version of Apache Olingo that is later than 4.6.0.

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