CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-8739

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The JAX-RS module in Apache CXF prior to 3.0.12 and 3.1.x prior to 3.1.9 provides several Atom JAX-RS MessageBodyReaders. These readers use the Apache Abdera Parser, which expands XML entities by default, representing a significant XXE risk.

Risk Assessment

Organizations may be exposed to XXE attacks that could lead to the disclosure of sensitive data or remote code execution. Exploiting this vulnerability could have serious security implications for systems.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade Apache CXF to version 3.0.12 or 3.1.9 and later to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability. Additionally, consider restricting XML entity expansion capabilities in applications.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The JAX-RS module in Apache CXF prior to 3.0.12 and 3.1.x prior to 3.1.9 provides a number of Atom JAX-RS MessageBodyReaders. These readers use Apache Abdera Parser which expands XML entities by default which represents a major XXE risk.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS