CVE-2015-1548: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 10, 2015
·Updated
minihttpd 1.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory via an HTTP request with a long protocol string, which triggers an incorrect response size calculation and an out-of-bounds read.
Affected Software
1 affected component
ACME Mini Httpd<=1.21
Event History
Feb 10, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Jun 23, 2025
News Published
via The Register·11:45 PM
News Published
via The Register·11:48 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1548?
CVE-2015-1548 has been classified as high severity due to the potential for remote attackers to access sensitive information.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-1548?
To mitigate CVE-2015-1548, upgrade mini_httpd to version 1.22 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-1548?
CVE-2015-1548 affects mini_httpd versions 1.21 and earlier.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-1548?
CVE-2015-1548 is a memory disclosure vulnerability that allows attackers to read sensitive data from process memory.
5
Can CVE-2015-1548 be exploited remotely?
Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2015-1548 by sending specially crafted HTTP requests.