CVE-2019-5097
First published: Tue Dec 03 2019(Updated: )
A denial-of-service vulnerability exists in the processing of multi-part/form-data requests in the base GoAhead web server application in versions v5.0.1, v.4.1.1 and v3.6.5. A specially crafted HTTP request can lead to an infinite loop in the process. The request can be unauthenticated in the form of GET or POST requests and does not require the requested resource to exist on the server.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Embedthis GoAhead | =3.6.5 | |
| Embedthis GoAhead | =4.1.1 | |
| Embedthis GoAhead | =5.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5097?
CVE-2019-5097 is a denial-of-service vulnerability in the GoAhead web server application.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-5097?
The severity of CVE-2019-5097 is high with a severity score of 7.5.
Which versions of GoAhead are affected by CVE-2019-5097?
Versions 3.6.5, 4.1.1, and 5.0.1 of GoAhead are affected by CVE-2019-5097.
How can CVE-2019-5097 be exploited?
CVE-2019-5097 can be exploited by sending a specially crafted HTTP request that triggers an infinite loop in the server process.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2019-5097?
No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2019-5097.
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