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CVE-2023-50304: IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS XML external entity injection

First published: Wed Jul 17 2024(Updated: )

IBM DOORS Web Access is vulnerable to an XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack when processing XML data. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to expose sensitive information or consume memory resources.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS=9.7.2.8
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Web Access=9.7.2.8
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS<=9.7.2.8
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Web Access<=9.7.2.8
IBM Rational DOORS<=9.6.1.x

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-50304?

    CVE-2023-50304 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-50304?

    To fix CVE-2023-50304, update IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS and IBM DOORS Web Access to version 9.7.2.8 or later.

  • What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2023-50304?

    CVE-2023-50304 allows attackers to perform XML External Entity Injection, potentially leading to information disclosure and resource consumption.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2023-50304?

    CVE-2023-50304 affects IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS and DOORS Web Access versions up to 9.7.2.8, as well as IBM® Rational DOORS/DOORS Web Access versions up to 9.6.1.x.

  • Is CVE-2023-50304 exploit practical?

    Yes, CVE-2023-50304 is practical for attackers as it can be exploited remotely with the right conditions.

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