CVE-2019-5152
First published: Wed Dec 18 2019(Updated: )
An exploitable information disclosure vulnerability exists in the network packet handling functionality of Shadowsocks-libev 3.3.2. When utilizing a Stream Cipher, a specially crafted set of network packets can cause an outbound connection from the server, resulting in information disclosure. An attacker can send arbitrary packets to trigger this vulnerability.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Shadowsocks Shadowsocks-libev | =3.3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5152?
CVE-2019-5152 is an information disclosure vulnerability that exists in the network packet handling functionality of Shadowsocks-libev 3.3.2.
How does CVE-2019-5152 impact the Shadowsocks-libev software?
CVE-2019-5152 can allow an attacker to cause an outbound connection from the server, resulting in information disclosure.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-5152?
CVE-2019-5152 has a severity rating of 7.4 (High).
Which version of Shadowsocks-libev is affected by CVE-2019-5152?
CVE-2019-5152 affects Shadowsocks-libev version 3.3.2.
How can I fix CVE-2019-5152?
To fix CVE-2019-5152, it is recommended to update Shadowsocks-libev to a version that has addressed the vulnerability.
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