CVE-2022-31471: untangle is a python library to convert XML data to python objects

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HIGH 7.5REMOTEUPGRADE

CVE-2022-31471 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting untangle. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

untangle is a python library to convert XML data to python objects. untangle versions 1.2.0 and earlier improperly restricts XML external entity references. By exploiting this vulnerability, a remote unauthenticated attacker may read the contents of local files.

Why this priority

High severity
Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.5 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	1.7% (top 23%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-611
Published	2022-07-26
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): JPCERT/CC · Vendor: untangle project

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

Am I affected?

Timeline

2022-07-26 06:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 04:45 UTCUpdated Record last modified

untangle project untangle UPGRADE

Affected: <= 1.2.0

Fixed in: newer than 1.2.0

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

pip show untangle

2. UPGRADE to newer than 1.2.0

pip install --upgrade "untangle>1.2.0"

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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-2022-31471?

untangle: upgrade to newer than 1.2.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2022-31471 being exploited?

CVE-2022-31471 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-2022-31471 affect?

CVE-2022-31471 affects untangle. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). untangle is a python library to convert XML data to python objects. untangle versions 1.2.0 and earlier improperly restricts XML external entity references. By exploiting this vulnerability, a remote unauthenticated attacker may read the co

How urgent is CVE-2022-31471?

Priority 51/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

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