CVE-2012-0881

CVE-2012-0881 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Xerces2 Java with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 17% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-399.

Key facts

Description

Apache Xerces2 Java Parser before 2.12.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted message to an XML service, which triggers hash table collisions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-0881?
Apache Xerces2 Java Parser before 2.12.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted message to an XML service, which triggers hash table collisions.
How severe is CVE-2012-0881?
CVE-2012-0881 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2012-0881 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 17% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-0881?
CVE-2012-0881 affects Apache Xerces2 Java. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0881?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2012-0881 published?
CVE-2012-0881 was published on 2017-10-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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