CVE-2022-3340: Trellix IPS Manager vulnerable to XXE

Published Nov 4, 2022
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Updated

XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability in Trellix IPS Manager prior to 10.1 M8 allows a remote authenticated administrator to perform XXE attack in the administrator interface part of the interface, which allows a saved XML configuration file to be imported.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Trellix Intrusion Prevention System Manager<10.1
Trellix Intrusion Prevention System Manager=10.1
Trellix Intrusion Prevention System Manager=10.1-minor8

Event History

Nov 4, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-3340?

CVE-2022-3340 is an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability found in Trellix IPS Manager prior to 10.1 M8.

2

How does CVE-2022-3340 affect Trellix IPS Manager?

CVE-2022-3340 allows a remote authenticated administrator to perform an XXE attack in the administrator interface of Trellix IPS Manager, specifically in the part of the interface where a saved XML configuration file can be imported.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3340?

The severity of CVE-2022-3340 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.2.

4

How can the XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability in Trellix IPS Manager prior to 10.1 M8 be fixed?

To fix the XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability in Trellix IPS Manager, it is recommended to update to version 10.1 M8 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-3340?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-3340 in the following link: [CVE-2022-3340](https://kcm.trellix.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10388)

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