CVE-2017-10672 is a critical use-after-free vulnerability in the XML-LibXML Perl module, affecting versions through 2.0129, including Debian distributions. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by manipulating arguments to the replaceChild function. With a CVSS score of 9.8 (Critical), it presents a severe risk due to its network-based attack vector, low complexity, and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no active exploitation, public exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), or significant community discussion has been observed, the high FAUCET Risk Score of 90/100 indicates its inherent danger.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 2.0129CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:xml-libxml_project:xml-libxml:*:*:*:*:*:perl:*:* | ||
8.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:debian:debian_linux:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
9.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:debian:debian_linux:9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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