CVE-2021-30006: XEE

Published May 11, 2021
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Updated

In IntelliJ IDEA before 2020.3.3, XXE was possible, leading to information disclosure.

Affected Software

1 affected component
JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA<2020.3.3

Event History

May 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:24 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:24 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-30006?

CVE-2021-30006 is a vulnerability in IntelliJ IDEA before version 2020.3.3 that allows for XXE (XML External Entity) attacks, which can lead to information disclosure.

2

How does CVE-2021-30006 affect IntelliJ IDEA?

CVE-2021-30006 affects IntelliJ IDEA versions before 2020.3.3 and allows for XXE attacks, potentially resulting in information disclosure.

3

What is XXE?

XXE stands for XML External Entity and it is a type of attack where an attacker can exploit a vulnerability to disclose internal files, execute remote code, or perform server-side request forgery.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-30006 in IntelliJ IDEA?

To fix CVE-2021-30006, you should update IntelliJ IDEA to version 2020.3.3 or later, as this version includes a fix for the XXE vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-30006?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-30006 in the JetBrains Security Bulletin for Q1 2021, available at the following link: https://blog.jetbrains.com/blog/2021/05/07/jetbrains-security-bulletin-q1-2021/

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