CVE-2019-13955
First published: Fri Jul 26 2019(Updated: )
Mikrotik RouterOS before 6.44.5 (long-term release tree) is vulnerable to stack exhaustion. By sending a crafted HTTP request, an authenticated remote attacker can crash the HTTP server via recursive parsing of JSON. Malicious code cannot be injected.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MikroTik devices | <6.44.5 | |
| MikroTik devices | =6.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-13955?
CVE-2019-13955 is a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to crash the HTTP server.
How do I fix CVE-2019-13955?
To mitigate CVE-2019-13955, upgrade MikroTik RouterOS to version 6.44.5 or above.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-13955?
CVE-2019-13955 affects MikroTik RouterOS versions before 6.44.5 and the 6.45 release.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2019-13955?
CVE-2019-13955 allows authenticated remote attackers to perform a stack exhaustion attack.
Can malicious code be injected through CVE-2019-13955?
No, CVE-2019-13955 does not allow for malicious code injection, only service disruption.
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