CVE-2015-0250: Improper Input Validation in Apache Batik
Summary
CVE-2015-0250: Improper Input Validation in Apache Batik. Affects org.apache.xmlgraphics:batik versions >= 1.0, < 1.8. Fixed in 1.8. How to fix ↓
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- batik · Debian:11
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Background
Apache Batik is a Java-based toolkit for applications that handle SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) content. It provides a set of APIs for parsing, manipulating, and rendering SVG files. The vulnerability in Apache Batik (versions 1.x before 1.8) arises from improper input validation in the SVG to PNG and JPG conversion classes. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to exploit XML external entity (XXE) and read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service by providing a crafted SVG file.
Vulnerability Detail
The XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in Apache Batik allows an attacker to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can provide a specially crafted SVG file that contains malicious XML entities. When the SVG file is processed by the conversion classes for PNG or JPG, the entities are resolved, leading to the disclosure of sensitive information or resource exhaustion. This vulnerability has a moderate severity rating and is classified under CWE-20.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 1.20 as of 22 Oct 2026
Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
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1.8
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to upgrade to the patched version of Apache Batik to mitigate the risk.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in Apache Batik (CVE-2015-0250) allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service. It is crucial to upgrade to the patched version of Apache Batik (1.8 or later) to mitigate the risk. For further support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Apache Batik is a Java-based toolkit for handling SVG content. It provides APIs for parsing, manipulating, and rendering SVG files.
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service by providing a crafted SVG file.
An XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability occurs when an XML parser processes external entities defined in the XML document, leading to information disclosure or resource exhaustion.
This vulnerability has a moderate severity rating.
To fix this vulnerability, upgrade to Apache Batik version 1.8 or later.
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