Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2017-12627 is an availability flaw in Apache Xerces-C before 3.2.1. Under certain external DTD path handling conditions, the XML parser can hit a null pointer dereference and crash. Business urgency depends on where Xerces-C parses untrusted XML in production workflows. Exposure is most likely in applications, services, or appliances that embed Apache Xerces-C before 3.2.1 and parse XML containing external DTD references, especially from untrusted users, partners, uploads, or integrations. Prioritize remediation where XML parsing is internet-facing, partner-facing, or business-critical. For internal-only parsing of trusted XML, handle through normal dependency maintenance unless vendor guidance raises severity. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Apache Xerces-C to 3.2.1 or later where directly managed.; Apply distribution security updates for packaged Xerces-C, such as Debian LTS fixes.; Check vendor advisories for appliances or products bundling Xerces-C..
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- [debian-lts-announce] 20180329 [SECURITY] [DLA 1328-1] xerces-c security updateCVE reference · mailing-list, x_refsource_MLIST
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10365CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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