CVE-2023-38434
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.90%
Last modified
CVE-2023-38434 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. xHTTP 72f812d has a double free in close_connection in xhttp.c via a malformed HTTP request method.. EPSS estimates a 0.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
xHTTP 72f812d has a double free in close_connection in xhttp.c via a malformed HTTP request method.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Xhttp Project | Xhttp | All versions |
References
- https://github.com/cozis/xHTTP/issues/1Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/cozis/xHTTP/issues/1Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38434?
xHTTP 72f812d has a double free in close_connection in xhttp.c via a malformed HTTP request method.
How severe is CVE-2023-38434?
CVE-2023-38434 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-38434?
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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