libexpat through 2.6.1 allows an XML Entity Expansion attack when there is isolated use of external parsers (created via XML_ExternalEntityParserCreate). — CVE-2024-28757

Summary

Advisory CVE-2024-28757. libexpat through 2.6.1 allows an XML Entity Expansion attack when there is isolated use of external parsers (created via… Vendor: Microsoft. Source: MSRC. Threat: high. CVSS 7.5. See the official advisory for…

What to do

General, cautious steps (verify details in the official source):

• Prioritize patching or mitigation immediately (treat as actively risky).
• Identify affected product versions in your inventory and verify whether you are impacted.
• Apply vendor patches/updates or recommended mitigations as soon as available.
• Read the official advisory for exact affected versions and remediation steps.

Official advisory

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