CVE-2016-9180: XEE
perl-XML-Twig: The option to expandexternalents, documented as controlling external entity expansion in XML::Twig does not work. External entities are always expanded, regardless of the option's setting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9180?
CVE-2016-9180 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on XML data processing.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9180?
To mitigate CVE-2016-9180, update to a patched version of XML::Twig that resolves the external entity expansion issue.
What is the impact of CVE-2016-9180?
The impact of CVE-2016-9180 allows for unauthorized external entity expansion, which can lead to data breaches or application-level attacks.
Which software is affected by CVE-2016-9180?
CVE-2016-9180 affects XML-Twig for Perl where the option to control external entity expansion is ineffective.
Can CVE-2016-9180 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-9180 can be exploited remotely if an attacker can provide malicious XML input to the application using XML::Twig.