CVE-2017-5850
First published: Mon Mar 27 2017(Updated: )
httpd in OpenBSD allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a series of requests for a large file using an HTTP Range header.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenBSD | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://marc.info/?l=openbsd-cvs&m=148587359420912&w=2
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/140944/OpenBSD-HTTP-Server-6.0-Denial-Of-Service.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Feb/15
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/02/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95997
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037758
- https://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/5.9/common/034_httpd.patch.sig
- https://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/6.0/common/017_httpd.patch.sig
- https://github.com/openbsd/src/commit/142cfc82b932bc211218fbd7bdda8c7ce83f19df
- https://pierrekim.github.io/blog/2017-02-07-openbsd-httpd-CVE-2017-5850.html
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41278/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5850?
CVE-2017-5850 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service through memory consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5850?
To fix CVE-2017-5850, update to OpenBSD version 6.1 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-5850 on my system?
The impact of CVE-2017-5850 is a denial of service, which can lead to server unavailability when exploited.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-5850?
CVE-2017-5850 affects OpenBSD version 6.0, which is susceptible to remote attackers exploiting memory consumption.
Is CVE-2017-5850 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-5850 is exploitable remotely, allowing attackers to send crafted HTTP requests to impact server performance.
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