CVE-2022-1700: XEE
First published: Mon Sep 12 2022(Updated: )
Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE') vulnerability in the Policy Engine of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP), which is also leveraged by Forcepoint One Endpoint (F1E), Web Security Content Gateway, Email Security with DLP enabled, and Cloud Security Gateway prior to June 20, 2022. The XML parser in the Policy Engine was found to be improperly configured to support external entities and external DTD (Document Type Definitions), which can lead to an XXE attack. This issue affects: Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) versions prior to 8.8.2. Forcepoint One Endpoint (F1E) with Policy Engine versions prior to 8.8.2. Forcepoint Web Security Content Gateway versions prior to 8.5.5. Forcepoint Email Security with DLP enabled versions prior to 8.5.5. Forcepoint Cloud Security Gateway prior to June 20, 2022.
Credit: psirt@forcepoint.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Forcepoint Cloud Security Gateway | <2022-06-20 | |
| Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention | <8.8.2 | |
| Forcepoint Email Security | <8.5.5 | |
| Forcepoint One Endpoint With Policy Engine | <8.8.2 | |
| Forcepoint Web Security Content Gateway | <8.5.5 |
Remedy
Upgrade to the following versions: Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) versions 8.8.2 or above. Forcepoint One Endpoint (F1E) with Policy Engine versions 8.8.2 or above. Forcepoint Web Security Content Gateway versions 8.5.5 or above. Forcepoint Email Security with DLP enabled versions 8.5.5 or above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1700?
CVE-2022-1700 is an Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference (XXE) vulnerability in the Policy Engine of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and other related products.
How severe is CVE-2022-1700?
CVE-2022-1700 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).
Which software products are affected by CVE-2022-1700?
Forcepoint Cloud Security Gateway, Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention, Forcepoint Email Security, Forcepoint One Endpoint With Policy Engine, and Forcepoint Web Security Content Gateway are affected by CVE-2022-1700.
How can I fix CVE-2022-1700?
Ensure that you have upgraded to the latest version of the affected software products that include the fix for CVE-2022-1700.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-1700?
More information about CVE-2022-1700 can be found at the following link: https://help.forcepoint.com/security/CVE/CVE-2022-1700.html
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