CVE-2019-25009: Double Free

Published Dec 31, 2020
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Updated

An issue was discovered in the http crate before 0.1.20 for Rust. The HeaderMap::Drain API can use a raw pointer, defeating soundness.

Affected Software

1 affected component
hyper Http Rust<0.1.20

Event History

Dec 31, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:31 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:31 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-25009?

The severity of CVE-2019-25009 is categorized as a moderate risk due to potential soundness issues.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-25009?

To fix CVE-2019-25009, upgrade the http crate to version 0.1.20 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2019-25009?

CVE-2019-25009 affects the http crate in Rust versions prior to 0.1.20.

4

What impact does CVE-2019-25009 have on software?

CVE-2019-25009 can lead to unsafe behavior in applications using the HeaderMap::Drain API.

5

Is CVE-2019-25009 exploitable?

While CVE-2019-25009 may not be easily exploitable, it can result in undefined behavior in Rust applications.

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