CVE-2015-8954
UnknownEPSS 3.26%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8954 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The MemcmpLowercase function in Suricata before 2.0.6 improperly excludes the first byte from comparisons, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intrusion-prevention functionality via a crafted HTTP request.. EPSS estimates a 3.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The MemcmpLowercase function in Suricata before 2.0.6 improperly excludes the first byte from comparisons, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intrusion-prevention functionality via a crafted HTTP request.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openinfosecfoundation | Suricata | <= 2.0.5 |
References
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=777523Third Party Advisory
- https://redmine.openinfosecfoundation.org/issues/1364Third Party Advisory
- https://suricata-ids.org/2015/01/15/suricata-2-0-6-available/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=777523Third Party Advisory
- https://redmine.openinfosecfoundation.org/issues/1364Third Party Advisory
- https://suricata-ids.org/2015/01/15/suricata-2-0-6-available/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8954?
The MemcmpLowercase function in Suricata before 2.0.6 improperly excludes the first byte from comparisons, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intrusion-prevention functionality via a crafted HTTP request.
How severe is CVE-2015-8954?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8954 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8954?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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