CVE-2022-4725: AWS SDK XML Parser XpathUtils.java XpathUtils server-side request forgery

Published Dec 24, 2022
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in AWS SDK 2.59.0. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects the function XpathUtils of the file aws-android-sdk-core/src/main/java/com/amazonaws/util/XpathUtils.java of the component XML Parser. The manipulation leads to server-side request forgery. Upgrading to version 2.59.1 is able to address this issue. The name of the patch is c3e6d69422e1f0c80fe53f2d757b8df97619af2b. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The identifier VDB-216737 was assigned to this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Amazon Aws Software Development Kit Android<2.59.1

Event History

Dec 24, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Dec 27, 2022
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-4725?

The severity of CVE-2022-4725 is critical.

2

Which component is affected by CVE-2022-4725?

The XML Parser component is affected by CVE-2022-4725.

3

What is the vulnerability type of CVE-2022-4725?

CVE-2022-4725 is a server-side request forgery vulnerability.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-4725?

To fix CVE-2022-4725, upgrade to version 2.59.1 of the AWS SDK.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-4725?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-4725 at the following references: [GitHub Commit](https://github.com/aws-amplify/aws-sdk-android/commit/c3e6d69422e1f0c80fe53f2d757b8df97619af2b), [GitHub Pull Request](https://github.com/aws-amplify/aws-sdk-android/pull/3100), [GitHub Release](https://github.com/aws-amplify/aws-sdk-android/releases/tag/release_v2.59.1).

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