CVE-2024-6893Journyx XXE
The "soap_cgi.pyc" API handler allows the XML body of SOAP requests to contain references to external entities.
Published Aug 7, 2024 · Updated Nov 21, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2024-6893 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v3.1) affecting Journyx, Journyx (jtime).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Sep 4, 2024. A public exploit is reported by tracking sources, but no code link is listed yet.
- EPSS estimates a 33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
Scores
CVSS v3.1
7.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
33%
Higher than 98.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Exploited (KEV)
ATLAS score
46/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Sep 4, 2024
28 days after publication
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Exploited (KEV)
Public exploit code
0
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
11
Reports of active use
Description
The "soap_cgi.pyc" API handler allows the XML body of SOAP requests to contain references to external entities. This allows an unauthenticated attacker to read local files, perform server-side request forgery, and overwhelm the web server resources.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCL KEV | Sep 4, 2024 | n/a | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Sep 4, 2024 | n/a | Not reported |
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| JournyxJournyx | 11.5.4 | n/a |
| Journyx (jtime) | >= 11.5.4 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Aug 7, 2024
Added to CIRCL KEV
Sep 4, 2024
Added to Industry KEV feed
Sep 4, 2024
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-611 Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference
References
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
The "soap_cgi.pyc" API handler allows the XML body of SOAP requests to contain references to external entities.
Affected: Journyx versions 11.5.4; Journyx (jtime) versions >= 11.5.4. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Sep 4, 2024.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
A public exploit is reported by tracking sources, but no code link is listed yet.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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