FasterXML Jackson CVE-2019-10172 Multiple XML External Entity Injection Vulnerabilities

Description

FasterXML Jackson is prone to multiple XML External Entity injection vulnerabilities. Attackers can exploit these issues to obtain potentially sensitive information or cause a denial-of-service condition. This may lead to further attacks.

Technologies Affected

• FasterXML Jackson

Recommendations

Block external access at the network boundary, unless external parties require service.
If global access isn’t needed, filter access to the affected computer at the network boundary. Restricting access to only trusted computers and networks might greatly reduce the likelihood of successful exploits.

Run all software as a nonprivileged user with minimal access rights.
To reduce the impact of latent vulnerabilities, run all applications with the minimal amount of privileges required for functionality.

Deploy network intrusion detection systems to monitor network traffic for malicious activity.
Deploy NIDS to monitor network traffic for signs of anomalous or suspicious activity. This includes but is not limited to requests that include suspicious URI sequences.

Currently, we are not aware of any vendor-supplied patches. If you feel we are in error or are aware of more recent information, please mail us at:[email protected].