CVE-2024-42389
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2024-42389 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Use of Out-of-range Pointer Offset vulnerability in Cesanta Mongoose Web Server v7.14 allows an attacker to send an unexpected TLS packet and force the application to read unintended heap memory space.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use of Out-of-range Pointer Offset vulnerability in Cesanta Mongoose Web Server v7.14 allows an attacker to send an unexpected TLS packet and force the application to read unintended heap memory space.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cesanta | Mongoose | <= 7.14 |
References
- https://www.nozominetworks.com/labs/vulnerability-advisories-cve-2024-42389Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-42389?
Use of Out-of-range Pointer Offset vulnerability in Cesanta Mongoose Web Server v7.14 allows an attacker to send an unexpected TLS packet and force the application to read unintended heap memory space.
How severe is CVE-2024-42389?
CVE-2024-42389 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-42389?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2024-42389?
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