CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-14868

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Restlet Framework before 2.3.11, when using SimpleXMLProvider, allows remote attackers to access arbitrary files via an XXE attack in a REST API HTTP request. This affects use of the Jax-rs extension.

Risk Assessment

An XXE attack can lead to the disclosure of sensitive data or access to file systems, posing a serious threat to the security of the application and the organization's data.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Restlet Framework to version 2.3.11 or later and review the configuration of SimpleXMLProvider to minimize the risk of XXE attacks.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Restlet Framework before 2.3.11, when using SimpleXMLProvider, allows remote attackers to access arbitrary files via an XXE attack in a REST API HTTP request. This affects use of the Jax-rs extension.

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