CVE-2005-0626: Race Condition
First published: Thu Mar 03 2005(Updated: )
Race condition in Squid 2.5.STABLE7 to 2.5.STABLE9, when using the Netscape Set-Cookie recommendations for handling cookies in caches, may cause Set-Cookie headers to be sent to other users, which allows attackers to steal the related cookies.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Squid Web Proxy Cache | =2.5.stable5 | |
| Squid Web Proxy Cache | =2.5.stable6 | |
| Squid Web Proxy Cache | =2.5.stable7 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.squid-cache.org/Versions/v2/2.5/bugs/#squid-2.5.STABLE9-setcookie
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-415.html
- http://fedoranews.org/updates/FEDORA--.shtml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12716
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19581
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A11169
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/93-1/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0626?
CVE-2005-0626 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for cookie theft.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0626?
Fix CVE-2005-0626 by upgrading to a later stable version of Squid that addresses the race condition.
What versions of Squid are affected by CVE-2005-0626?
CVE-2005-0626 affects Squid versions 2.5.STABLE7 to 2.5.STABLE9.
What are the implications of CVE-2005-0626 for users?
The implications of CVE-2005-0626 include the possibility of attackers stealing cookies, which may lead to session hijacking.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-0626 if I cannot upgrade?
A recommended workaround for CVE-2005-0626 is disabling cookie caching in Squid until an upgrade is feasible.
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