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CVE-2022-40705

7.5 · HIGH

An Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability in RPCRouterServlet of Apache SOAP allows an attacker to read arbitrary files over HTTP.

Published Sep 22, 2022CWE-611EPSS 1.92%

Overview

CVE-2022-40705 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 22, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

An Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability in RPCRouterServlet of Apache SOAP allows an attacker to read arbitrary files over HTTP. This issue affects Apache SOAP version 2.2 and later versions. It is unknown whether previous versions are also affected. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/09/22/1Reflists.apache.org/thread/02yo04w93rdjmllz4454lvodn5xzhwhlRefwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/09/22/1Reflists.apache.org/thread/02yo04w93rdjmllz4454lvodn5xzhwhl

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-40705?

CVE-2022-40705 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 22, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2022-40705?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-40705?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2022-40705?

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