CVE-2021-44147: An XML External Entity issue in Claris FileMaker Pro and Server (including WebDirect) before 19.4.1 allows a r

Q: How do I fix CVE-2021-44147?

filemaker pro: upgrade to 19.4.1; filemaker server: upgrade to 19.4.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2021-44147 being exploited?

CVE-2021-44147 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2021-44147 affect?

CVE-2021-44147 affects filemaker pro, filemaker server. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.5). An XML External Entity issue in Claris FileMaker Pro and Server (including WebDirect) before 19.4.1 allows a remote attacker to disclose local files via a crafted XML/Excel document and perform server-side request forgery attacks.

Q: How urgent is CVE-2021-44147?

Priority 41/100. Public exploit reference

This month

MEDIUM 5.5UPGRADEUPGRADE

CVE-2021-44147 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.5) affecting filemaker pro, filemaker server. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

An XML External Entity issue in Claris FileMaker Pro and Server (including WebDirect) before 19.4.1 allows a remote attacker to disclose local files via a crafted XML/Excel document and perform server-side request forgery attacks.

Why this priority

Public exploit reference

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	5.5 (Medium)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	1.2% (top 33%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-611
Published	2021-11-22
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: claris

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2021-11-22 22:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 04:11 UTCUpdated Record last modified

claris filemaker pro UPGRADE

Affected: < 19.4.1

Fixed in: 19.4.1

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy filemaker-pro || rpm -q filemaker-pro || filemaker-pro --version

2. UPGRADE to 19.4.1 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade filemaker-pro

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade filemaker-pro

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

claris filemaker server UPGRADE

Affected: < 19.4.1

Fixed in: 19.4.1

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy filemaker-server || rpm -q filemaker-server || filemaker-server --version

2. UPGRADE to 19.4.1 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade filemaker-server

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade filemaker-server

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2021-44147?

filemaker pro: upgrade to 19.4.1; filemaker server: upgrade to 19.4.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2021-44147 being exploited?

CVE-2021-44147 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2021-44147 affect?

CVE-2021-44147 affects filemaker pro, filemaker server. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.5). An XML External Entity issue in Claris FileMaker Pro and Server (including WebDirect) before 19.4.1 allows a remote attacker to disclose local files via a crafted XML/Excel document and perform server-side request forgery attacks.

How urgent is CVE-2021-44147?

Priority 41/100. Public exploit reference

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