CVE-2025-68280
Apache SIS: XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability
Description
Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability in Apache SIS. It is possible to write XML files in such a way that, when parsed by Apache SIS, an XML file reveals to the attacker the content of a local file on the server running Apache SIS. This vulnerability impacts the following SIS services: * Reading of GeoTIFF files having the GEO_METADATA tag defined by the Defense Geospatial Information Working Group (DGIWG). * Parsing of ISO 19115 metadata in XML format. * Parsing of Coordinate Reference Systems defined in the GML format. * Parsing of files in GPS Exchange Format (GPX). This issue affects Apache SIS from versions 0.4 through 1.5 inclusive. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.6, which will fix the issue. In the meantime, the security vulnerability can be avoided by launching Java with the javax.xml.accessExternalDTD system property sets to a comma-separated list of authorized protocols. For example: java -Djavax.xml.accessExternalDTD="" ...
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Published Date :
Jan. 5, 2026, 2:15 p.m.
Last Modified :
Jan. 5, 2026, 8:16 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 |
Solution
- Upgrade Apache SIS to version 1.6 or later.
- Configure Java with -Djavax.xml.accessExternalDTD="" system property.
- Restrict access to external DTDs and entities in XML parsing.
- Validate parsed XML data for integrity.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2025-68280.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/s4ggy3zbtrrn93glgo2vn52lgcxk4bp4 | |
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/01/05/11 | |
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/01/05/7 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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The following list is the news that have been mention
CVE-2025-68280 vulnerability anywhere in the article.
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Daily CyberSecurity
Apache SIS Patch Blocks XML Attack That Leaks Server Files
The Apache Software Foundation has issued a security advisory for the Apache Spatial Information System (SIS), a key Java library used for developing geospatial applications. A newly discovered vulner ... Read more
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CVE Modified by af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Jan. 05, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/01/05/11 -
CVE Modified by af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Jan. 05, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/01/05/7 -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Jan. 05, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Jan. 05, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability in Apache SIS. It is possible to write XML files in such a way that, when parsed by Apache SIS, an XML file reveals to the attacker the content of a local file on the server running Apache SIS. This vulnerability impacts the following SIS services: * Reading of GeoTIFF files having the GEO_METADATA tag defined by the Defense Geospatial Information Working Group (DGIWG). * Parsing of ISO 19115 metadata in XML format. * Parsing of Coordinate Reference Systems defined in the GML format. * Parsing of files in GPS Exchange Format (GPX). This issue affects Apache SIS from versions 0.4 through 1.5 inclusive. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.6, which will fix the issue. In the meantime, the security vulnerability can be avoided by launching Java with the javax.xml.accessExternalDTD system property sets to a comma-separated list of authorized protocols. For example: java -Djavax.xml.accessExternalDTD="" ... Added CWE CWE-611 Added Reference https://lists.apache.org/thread/s4ggy3zbtrrn93glgo2vn52lgcxk4bp4