CVE-2026-44618

5.3 MEDIUM

Published: May 22, 2026 Modified: May 22, 2026

Description

Insecure XML parser configuration in Apache CXF's WS-Transfer module may allow attackers to perform XXE attacks. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.1, 4.1.6 or 3.6.11, which fix this issue.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0

Vector String

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory

https://lists.apache.org/thread/c7vb015f8ljmjl44030mn0yfq71f7sd7

Source: security@apache.org

Mailing List Vendor Advisory

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/22/8

Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108

2 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score

5.3 / 10.0

EPSS (Exploit Probability)

0.4%

33th percentile

Exploitation Status

Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-611

Affected Vendors

apache

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