CVE-2024-45797
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CVE-2024-45797 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. LibHTP is a security-aware parser for the HTTP protocol and the related bits and pieces. Prior to version 0.5.49, unbounded processing of HTTP request and response headers can lead to excessive CPU time and memory utilization, possibly leading to extreme slowdowns. EPSS estimates a 0.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
LibHTP is a security-aware parser for the HTTP protocol and the related bits and pieces. Prior to version 0.5.49, unbounded processing of HTTP request and response headers can lead to excessive CPU time and memory utilization, possibly leading to extreme slowdowns. This issue is addressed in 0.5.49.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oisf | Libhtp | < 0.5.49 |
References
- https://github.com/OISF/libhtp/security/advisories/GHSA-rqqp-24ch-248fExploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://redmine.openinfosecfoundation.org/issues/7191Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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