Apache CXF up to 4.1.6/4.2.1 W3CMultiSchemaFactory/EndpointReferenceUtils xml external entity reference

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability labeled as problematic has been found in Apache CXF up to 4.1.6/4.2.1. The affected element is the function W3CMultiSchemaFactory/EndpointReferenceUtils. The manipulation results in xml external entity reference. This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2026-49875. The attack may be launched remotely. There is no exploit available. The affected component should be upgraded.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability was found in Apache CXF up to 4.1.6/4.2.1. It has been classified as critical. Affected is the function W3CMultiSchemaFactory/EndpointReferenceUtils. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a xml external entity reference vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-611. 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. This is going to have an impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

The advisory is shared for download at lists.apache.org. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2026-49875. The exploitability is told to be easy. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. There are known technical details, but no exploit is available. The current price for an exploit might be approx. USD $0-$5k (estimation calculated on 06/11/2026).

Upgrading to version 4.1.7 or 4.2.2 eliminates this vulnerability.

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VulDB Meta Base Score: 6.3
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 6.0

VulDB Base Score: 6.3
VulDB Temp Score: 6.0
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Exploitinginfo

Class: Xml external entity reference
CWE: CWE-611 / CWE-610
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Physical: No
Local: No
Remote: Yes

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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: Upgrade
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Upgrade: CXF 4.1.7/4.2.2

Timelineinfo

06/11/2026 Advisory disclosed
06/11/2026 +0 days VulDB entry created
06/11/2026 +0 days VulDB entry last update

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: apache.org

Advisory: lists.apache.org
Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-2026-49875 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2026-49875
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-370464

Entryinfo

Created: 06/11/2026 22:47
Changes: 06/11/2026 22:47 (53)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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