CVE-2022-3980

An XML External Entity (XEE) vulnerability allows server-side request forgery (SSRF) and potential code execution in Sophos Mobile managed on-premises between…

Critical · published November 16, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
10%
Percentile
95.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A severe XML External Entity (XEE) vulnerability in Sophos Mobile can let attackers pull off server-side request forgery and even execute code from the inside! 🔥 Think of this like a sneaky delivery person who can use a back route to access restricted areas of your office without anyone checking their packages. They could grab sensitive files or even install something malicious without anyone batting an eye! If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive information and execute arbitrary code on your servers. This could lead to a complete breach of your system, allowing them to manipulate data or disrupt services—absolutely devastating for your organization!

Put simply

Think of this like a sneaky delivery person who can use a back route to access restricted areas of your office without anyone checking their packages. They could grab sensitive files or even install something malicious without anyone batting an eye! This vulnerability arises from improper handling of XML input, enabling server-side request forgery (SSRF) and potential remote code execution in Sophos Mobile versions 5.0.0 to 9.7.4.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive information and execute arbitrary code on your servers. This could lead to a complete breach of your system, allowing them to manipulate data or disrupt services—absolutely devastating for your organization! To safeguard your systems, update Sophos Mobile to version 9.7.5 or later immediately. Additionally, review your XML configurations and implement security measures to validate and sanitize inputs to mitigate SSRF risks. You’ve got this! With these steps, you’ll strengthen your security posture and protect your environment in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.09785 · 95.5th percentile
Published
2022-11-16T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 NOV 00:00Z
    An XML External Entity (XEE) vulnerability allows server-side request forgery (SSRF) and potential code execution in Sophos Mobile managed on-premises between…
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