CVE-2021-38614
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.19%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38614 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Polipo through 1.1.1, when NDEBUG is used, allows a heap-based buffer overflow during parsing of a Range header. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer. EPSS estimates a 1.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Polipo through 1.1.1, when NDEBUG is used, allows a heap-based buffer overflow during parsing of a Range header. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Polipo Project | Polipo | <= 1.1.1 |
References
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/07/28/2Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/07/28/2Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38614?
Polipo through 1.1.1, when NDEBUG is used, allows a heap-based buffer overflow during parsing of a Range header. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer
How severe is CVE-2021-38614?
CVE-2021-38614 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38614?
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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