CVE-2021-47752

HIGHCVSS 8.7/10EPSS 0.49%

Last modified

CVE-2021-47752 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.7/10 on the CVSS scale. AWebServer GhostBuilding 18 contains a denial of service vulnerability that allows remote attackers to overwhelm the server by sending multiple concurrent HTTP requests. Attackers can generate high-volume requests to multiple endpoints including /mysqladmin to potentially crash or render the service unresponsive.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

AWebServer GhostBuilding 18 contains a denial of service vulnerability that allows remote attackers to overwhelm the server by sending multiple concurrent HTTP requests. Attackers can generate high-volume requests to multiple endpoints including /mysqladmin to potentially crash or render the service unresponsive.

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Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Sylkat-ToolsAwebserver18

References

Timeline

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Status
Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-47752?
AWebServer GhostBuilding 18 contains a denial of service vulnerability that allows remote attackers to overwhelm the server by sending multiple concurrent HTTP requests. Attackers can generate high-volume requests to multiple endpoints including /mysqladmin to potentially crash or render the service unresponsive.
How severe is CVE-2021-47752?
CVE-2021-47752 has a CVSS score of 8.7/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-47752?
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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Source: NVD / NIST