CVE-2026-44618
Apache CXF: XXE vulnerability in WS-Transfer functionality
Description
Insecure XML parser configuration in Apache CXF's WS-Transfer module may allow attackers to perform XXE attacks. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.1, 4.1.6 or 3.6.11, which fix this issue.
INFO
Published Date :
May 22, 2026, 1:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
May 22, 2026, 10:16 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 |
Solution
- Upgrade Apache CXF to versions 4.2.1, 4.1.6, or 3.6.11.
- Apply vendor-provided patches for WS-Transfer module.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-44618.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/c7vb015f8ljmjl44030mn0yfq71f7sd7 | Mailing List Vendor Advisory |
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/22/8 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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CVE Modified by af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
May. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/22/8 -
Initial Analysis by [email protected]
May. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:a:apache:cxf:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 3.6.11 *cpe:2.3:a:apache:cxf:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 4.0.0 up to (excluding) 4.1.6 *cpe:2.3:a:apache:cxf:4.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* Added Reference Type Apache Software Foundation: https://lists.apache.org/thread/c7vb015f8ljmjl44030mn0yfq71f7sd7 Types: Mailing List, Vendor Advisory -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
May. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
May. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Insecure XML parser configuration in Apache CXF's WS-Transfer module may allow attackers to perform XXE attacks. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.1, 4.1.6 or 3.6.11, which fix this issue. Added CWE CWE-611 Added Reference https://lists.apache.org/thread/c7vb015f8ljmjl44030mn0yfq71f7sd7