CVE-2021-22116: Input Validation
First published: Tue Jun 08 2021(Updated: )
RabbitMQ all versions prior to 3.8.16 are prone to a denial of service vulnerability due to improper input validation in AMQP 1.0 client connection endpoint. A malicious user can exploit the vulnerability by sending malicious AMQP messages to the target RabbitMQ instance having the AMQP 1.0 plugin enabled.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware Rabbitmq | <3.8.16 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22116?
CVE-2021-22116 is a denial of service vulnerability in RabbitMQ versions prior to 3.8.16 due to improper input validation in the AMQP 1.0 client connection endpoint.
How severe is CVE-2021-22116?
CVE-2021-22116 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-22116?
RabbitMQ versions prior to 3.8.16 and Vmware Rabbitmq and Debian Debian Linux 9.0 are affected by CVE-2021-22116.
How can the denial of service vulnerability in RabbitMQ be exploited?
The vulnerability can be exploited by sending malicious AMQP messages to a target RabbitMQ instance with the AMQP 1.0 plugin enabled.
Are there any references for more information about CVE-2021-22116?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-22116 at the following references: [1] [2].
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