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CVE-2004-1575: The XML parser in Xerces-C++ 2.5.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) v...

The XML parser in Xerces-C++ 2.5.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via XML attributes in a crafted XML document.

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This is a denial-of-service issue in Xerces-C++ 2.5.0. An attacker who can submit XML to an affected parser may force excessive CPU use, potentially slowing or disrupting the service that processes that XML. Exposure is most likely where Xerces-C++ 2.5.0 parses attacker-supplied XML, such as public APIs, file uploads, integrations, or message-processing services. The bundle does not identify downstream products or package CPEs. Prioritize if legacy systems still accept external XML. The likely business impact is service degradation or outage, not data theft, based on the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Identify any Xerces-C++ 2.5.0 deployments or embedded copies.; Check Xerces-C++ vendor guidance for fixed versions or workarounds.; Limit exposure of XML parsing endpoints where feasible..

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