CVE-2023-25955 XML external entity in National land numerical information data conversion tool
An attacker can access arbitrary files on the PC by processing a specially crafted XML file using the National land numerical information data conversion tool.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-25955?
CVE-2023-25955 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Japan National land numerical information data conversion tool, published on 11 Apr 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
National land numerical information data conversion tool all versions improperly restricts XML external entity references (XXE). By processing a specially crafted XML file, arbitrary files on the PC may be accessed by an attacker.
Weakness: CWE-611
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-25955?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Mlit National Land Numerical Information Data Conversion Tool.
How do I fix CVE-2023-25955?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-25955 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2023-25955 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-25955 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-77m5-rm2p-m2qh.