CVE-2017-5653

CVE-2017-5653 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apache Cxf with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 11% places it in the 95th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-295.

Key facts

Description

JAX-RS XML Security streaming clients in Apache CXF before 3.1.11 and 3.0.13 do not validate that the service response was signed or encrypted, which allows remote attackers to spoof servers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-5653?
JAX-RS XML Security streaming clients in Apache CXF before 3.1.11 and 3.0.13 do not validate that the service response was signed or encrypted, which allows remote attackers to spoof servers.
How severe is CVE-2017-5653?
CVE-2017-5653 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-5653 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 11% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-5653?
CVE-2017-5653 affects Apache Cxf. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5653?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2017-5653 published?
CVE-2017-5653 was published on 2017-04-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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