CVE-2020-29022: Host Header Injection allowing web cache poisoning attacks

Published Feb 16, 2021
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Updated

Failure to Sanitize host header value on output in the GateManager Web server could allow an attacker to conduct web cache poisoning attacks. This issue affects Secomea GateManager all versions prior to 9.3

Affected Software

8 affected components
Secomea Gatemanager 4250 Firmware
Secomea Gatemanager 4250
Secomea Gatemanager 4260 Firmware
Secomea Gatemanager 4260
Secomea Gatemanager 9250 Firmware
Secomea Gatemanager 9250
Secomea Gatemanager 8250 Firmware<9.3
Secomea Gatemanager 8250

Event History

Feb 16, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:08 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:08 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-29022?

CVE-2020-29022 is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to conduct web cache poisoning attacks by exploiting the failure to sanitize the host header value on output in the GateManager Web server.

2

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-29022?

CVE-2020-29022 affects Secomea GateManager versions prior to 9.3.

3

How severe is CVE-2020-29022?

CVE-2020-29022 has a severity rating of 5.3, which is considered medium.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-29022?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-29022 by manipulating the host header value to conduct web cache poisoning attacks.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2020-29022?

Yes, Secomea has released a fix for CVE-2020-29022. It is recommended to update to GateManager version 9.3 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.

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