CVE-2019-11923
First published: Wed Dec 04 2019(Updated: )
In Mcrouter prior to v0.41.0, the deprecated ASCII parser would allocate a buffer to a user-specified length with no maximum length enforced, allowing for resource exhaustion or denial of service.
Credit: cve-assign@fb.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Facebook Mcrouter | <0.41.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-11923?
CVE-2019-11923 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2019-11923?
To fix CVE-2019-11923, upgrade Mcrouter to version 0.41.0 or later.
What systems are impacted by CVE-2019-11923?
CVE-2019-11923 affects all versions of Mcrouter prior to 0.41.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-11923?
CVE-2019-11923 is a resource exhaustion vulnerability due to an unbounded buffer allocation.
Can CVE-2019-11923 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-11923 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to crash the service.
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