Biopython is vulnerable to doctype XML external entity (XXE) injection through Bio.Entrez — CVE-2025-68463

Summary

Bio.Entrez in Biopython through 1.86 allows doctype XXE.

Product

pip: biopython

What to do

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

• Review exposure and plan remediation based on risk and environment.
• 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

• Read the official source
• CVE Record
• NVD

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