CVE-2021-26529: Critical severity mongoose os vulnerability
The mgtlsinit function in Cesanta Mongoose HTTPS server 7.0 and 6.7-6.18 (compiled with mbedTLS support) is vulnerable to remote OOB write attack via connection request after exhausting memory pool.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-26529?
CVE-2021-26529 is a vulnerability in Cesanta Mongoose HTTPS server versions 7.0 and 6.7-6.18 where the mg_tls_init function is vulnerable to a remote OOB write attack.
How does CVE-2021-26529 impact the affected software?
CVE-2021-26529 can result in a remote OOB write attack on Cesanta Mongoose HTTPS server versions 7.0 and 6.7-6.18 that have been compiled with mbedTLS support.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-26529?
CVE-2021-26529 has a severity rating of 9.1 (Critical).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-26529?
Cesanta Mongoose HTTPS server versions 7.0 and 6.7-6.18 (compiled with mbedTLS support) are affected by CVE-2021-26529.
How can I mitigate CVE-2021-26529?
To mitigate CVE-2021-26529, it is recommended to update to a fixed version of Cesanta Mongoose HTTPS server.