Fix rexml — CVE-2024-35176 HIGH

Fix CVE-2024-35176 (HIGH) in rexml for Ruby. Paste your Gemfile into PackageFix and get a patched version — no CLI, no signup. Denial of service via entity expansion in xml parsing.

⚠ Vulnerability

CVE-2024-35176 (HIGH) — denial of service via entity expansion in XML parsing in rexml versions below 3.2.6.

Vulnerable Version — Gemfile

gem 'rexml', '3.2.5'

Fixed Version — Gemfile

gem 'rexml', '3.2.6'
✓ Fix

Update rexml to 3.2.6 or later. Run bundle install to apply. Verify with your ecosystem's audit tool after updating.

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CVE Details

FieldValue
CVE IDCVE-2024-35176
SeverityHIGH
Packagerexml (Ruby)
Vulnerable versionsBelow 3.2.6
Safe version3.2.6
CISA KEV
DescriptionDenial of service via entity expansion in xml parsing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-35176?
CVE-2024-35176 is a HIGH severity vulnerability in rexml (Ruby). It allows denial of service via entity expansion in XML parsing. Update to version 3.2.6 or later to fix it.
How do I fix CVE-2024-35176 in rexml?
Update rexml to version 3.2.6 in your Gemfile. Run bundle install after updating to apply the fix.
Is CVE-2024-35176 being actively exploited?
Check the live CISA KEV catalog at packagefix.dev — PackageFix always reflects the current KEV status.
How do I check if I am affected by CVE-2024-35176?
Paste your Gemfile into PackageFix. If your installed version of rexml is below 3.2.6, you are affected. PackageFix shows the exact CVE ID and fix version.
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