Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2017-6344 is an XML External Entity issue in Grails PDF Plugin 0.6. If an application processes attacker-supplied XML through this plugin, a remote attacker may read arbitrary files from the server. The bundle does not provide a CVSS score, patch details, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to Grails applications using Grails PDF Plugin 0.6 where untrusted XML can reach PDF generation or related parsing logic. The bundle lists affected vendor and product fields as n/a, so inventory must verify actual use. Prioritize systems that expose PDF generation to customers, partners, or unauthenticated users. The business risk is server file disclosure, potentially including secrets or sensitive local files, but urgency depends on confirmed plugin use and input reachability. Mitigation focus: Inventory Grails applications for Grails PDF Plugin 0.6 usage.; Check project or vendor guidance for fixed versions or safe replacement options.; Restrict untrusted XML input to PDF generation until exposure is assessed..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://www.ambionics.io/blog/grails-pdf-plugin-xxeCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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