CVE-2026-42140: Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) in PlantUML Macro via 'server' parameter
### Impact The [PlantUML Macro](https://extensions.xwiki.org/xwiki/bin/view/Extension/PlantUML+Macro) is vulnerable to Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF). The macro allows users to specify an alternative PlantUML server via the `server` parameter. However, the application does not validate the supplied URL. An attacker can supply an internal IP address or a malicious external URL. The XWiki server will attempt to connect to this URL to "render" the diagram. This issue affects all versions of the Plant UML Macro extension till version 2.4 included. ### Patches Version 2.4.1 of the Plant UML Macro extension fixes the issue by verifying if the supplied server domain matches one of the [trusted domain configured inside of XWiki](https://www.xwiki.org/xwiki/bin/view/Documentation/AdminGuide/Configuration/#HTrusteddomains). ### Workarounds Protect the XWiki server by placing it in a DMZ so that it cannot access any other internal servers. ### Resources The issue was fixed in [PLANTUML-25](https://jira.xwiki.org/browse/PLANTUML-25) by the commit [c8b19bda93058794e04c8862fc7ca85c59b5fe5c](https://github.com/xwiki-contrib/macro-plantuml/commit/c8b19bda93058794e04c8862fc7ca85c59b5fe5c). ### For more information If there are any questions or comments about this advisory: * Open an issue in [JIRA XWiki.org](https://jira.xwiki.org/) * Send an email to [Security Mailing List](mailto:security@xwiki.org) ### Attribution The issue was reported by Łukasz Rybak.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-42140?
CVE-2026-42140 has a high severity due to its potential for Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) which can lead to unauthorized access to internal resources.
How do I fix CVE-2026-42140?
To fix CVE-2026-42140, upgrade the XWiki PlantUML Macro to version 2.4.1 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
What does CVE-2026-42140 affect?
CVE-2026-42140 affects the XWiki PlantUML Macro versions prior to 2.4.1, specifically enabling SSRF attacks.
Who is impacted by CVE-2026-42140?
Users of the XWiki PlantUML Macro who have not upgraded past version 2.4.1 are at risk from CVE-2026-42140.
Is CVE-2026-42140 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2026-42140 is exploitable remotely as it allows attackers to send crafted requests through the vulnerable server.