CVE-2017-14868: Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs Restlet Framework Ja-rs Extension Is Vulnerability

HIGH
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-2mp8-qvqm-3xwq
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CVSS 7.5
CWE-611
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2017-14868 is a HIGH (CVSS 7.5) restlet framework ja-rs extension is vulnerability (CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference) affecting Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The issue involves restlet framework ja-rs extension is vulnerable to xxe when using simplexmlprovider. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 2.3.11.

CVE-2017-14868 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2017-14868
GHSA Identifier GHSA-2mp8-qvqm-3xwq
Severity HIGH
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 7.5
CWE Classification CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference
Affected Product Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 7.5

The security impact metrics below are parsed directly from the CVSS v3.1 vector string (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).

Attack Vector Network (AV:N)
Attack Complexity Low (AC:L)
Privileges Required None (PR:N)
User Interaction None (UI:N)
Scope Unchanged (S:U)
Confidentiality High (C:H)
Integrity None (I:N)
Availability None (A:N)

How to Fix CVE-2017-14868

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

org.restlet.jse:org.restlet.ext.jaxrs fixed: 2.3.11 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.restlet.jse</groupId>
    <artifactId>org.restlet.ext.jaxrs</artifactId>
    <version>2.3.11</version>
</dependency>
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.restlet.jse

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2017-14868, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.restlet.jse

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 2.3.11), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.restlet.jse command inspects the resolved dependency graph declared in your project's POM files; it does not perform automated security scanning or inspect runtime dynamic classpaths. Always verify runtime container classpaths and shaded JARs.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference, where the product processes an xml document that can contain xml entities with uris that resolve to documents outside of the intended sphere of control, causing the product to embed incorrect documents into its output. In Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

Restlet Framework before 2.3.11, when using SimpleXMLProvider, allows remote attackers to access arbitrary files via an XXE attack in a REST API HTTP request. This affects use of the Jax-rs extension.

CVE-2017-14868 Affected Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
2.3.11
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
org.restlet.jse:org.restlet.ext.jaxrs
maven/org.restlet.jse/org.restlet.ext.jaxrs
Maven
< 2.3.11
2.3.11

References

NVD — CVE-2017-14868 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-14868
Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/restlet/restlet-framework-java/issues/1286
GitHub Advisory / Wiki ADVISORY
https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-2mp8-qvqm-3xwq
Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/restlet/restlet-framework-java
GitHub Advisory / Wiki ADVISORY
https://github.com/restlet/restlet-framework-java/wiki/XEE-security-enhancements
lgtm.com/blog/restlet_cve-20... WEB
https://lgtm.com/blog/restlet_CVE-2017-14868

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-14868?
CVE-2017-14868 is a security vulnerability in Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs involving Restlet Framework Ja-rs extension is vulnerable to XXE when using SimpleXMLProvider under CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference.
Which Org.restlet.ext.jaxrs versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 2.3.11 across affected packages: org.restlet.jse:org.restlet.ext.jaxrs.
What version fixes CVE-2017-14868?
Upgrading to 2.3.11 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is org.restlet.ext.jaxrs affected?
Yes, org.restlet.jse:org.restlet.ext.jaxrs is affected in releases prior to 2.3.11. Upgrade your dependency to 2.3.11 or later.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-14868?
CVE-2017-14868 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH) with vector string CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2017-14868?
CVE-2017-14868 is classified under CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference (The product processes an XML document that can contain XML entities with URIs that resolve to documents outside of the intended sphere of control, causing the product to embed incorrect documents into its output.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2017-14868?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.restlet.jse'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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