Apache CXF WS-Transfer XXE via insecure XML parser before 4.2.1
CVE-2026-44618 Published on May 22, 2026
Apache CXF: XXE vulnerability in WS-Transfer functionality
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.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-44618 is exploitable with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a small impact on confidentiality, a small impact on integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
What is a XXE Vulnerability?
The software 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.
CVE-2026-44618 has been classified to as a XXE vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-44618
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Affected Versions
Apache Software Foundation Apache CXF:- Version 4.2.0 and below 4.2.1 is affected.
- Version 4.0.0 and below 4.1.6 is affected.
- Before 3.6.11 is affected.