CVE-2015-8242

CVE-2015-8242 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Xmlsoft Libxml2 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

The xmlSAX2TextNode function in SAX2.c in the push interface in the HTML parser in libxml2 before 2.9.3 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (stack-based buffer over-read and application crash) or obtain sensitive information via crafted XML data.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-8242?
The xmlSAX2TextNode function in SAX2.c in the push interface in the HTML parser in libxml2 before 2.9.3 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (stack-based buffer over-read and application crash) or obtain sensitive information via crafted XML data.
How severe is CVE-2015-8242?
CVE-2015-8242 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2015-8242 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-8242?
CVE-2015-8242 primarily affects Xmlsoft Libxml2. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8242?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2015-8242 published?
CVE-2015-8242 was published on 2015-12-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (15)

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