CVE-2026-19596
OpenNMS XML collector XXE allows arbitrary file read from the OpenNMS host
Description
An XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability exists in the XML collector of multiple versions of OpenNMS Meridian and Horizon. When OpenNMS collects XML from a source whose response is attacker-controlled (for example a compromised monitored host or an HTTP man-in-the-middle position), the collector's XML parser resolves external entities and external DTDs. This allows an attacker to read files accessible to the OpenNMS service account, including database credentials, and to induce out-of-band requests. The solution is to upgrade to Meridian 2024.3.13, 2025.0.10 and Horizon 36.0.4 or newer. Meridian and Horizon installation instructions state that they are intended for installation within an organization's private networks and should not be directly accessible from the Internet.
INFO
Published Date :
Sept. 10, 2026, 8:08 p.m.
Last Modified :
Sept. 10, 2026, 8:08 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
OpenNMS
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 70b007e9-5235-4ee5-90b5-a71a81beeda0 |
Solution
- Upgrade to Meridian 2024.3.13 or later.
- Upgrade to Horizon 36.0.4 or later.
- Ensure OpenNMS is not directly accessible from the internet.
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