CVE-2025-10990: Rexml: rexml: denial of service via inefficient regex parsing

Published Sep 25, 2025
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Updated

A flaw was found in REXML. A remote attacker could exploit inefficient regular expression (regex) parsing when processing hex numeric character references (&#x...;) in XML documents. This could lead to a Regular Expression Denial of Service (ReDoS), impacting the availability of the affected component. This issue is the result of an incomplete fix for CVE-2024-49761.

Other sources

an incomplete fix was released for Red Hat Satellite Client for CVE-2024-49761

Red Hat

Affected Software

1 affected component
REXML

Event History

Sep 25, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·05:36 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:32 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-10990?

CVE-2025-10990 is classified with a high severity level due to its incomplete fix related to a previous vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-10990?

To fix CVE-2025-10990, you should apply the latest patches released by Red Hat for the Satellite Client.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2025-10990?

CVE-2025-10990 affects the Red Hat Satellite Client software.

4

What vulnerability did CVE-2025-10990 address?

CVE-2025-10990 addresses an incomplete fix for the earlier CVE-2024-49761 vulnerability.

5

How can I confirm if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2025-10990?

You can confirm vulnerability to CVE-2025-10990 by checking your current version of Red Hat Satellite Client against the latest security advisories.

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