CVE-2022-24942: Heap-based buffer overflow in MicriumOS HTTP Server allows potential remote code execution

Published Nov 2, 2022
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Updated

Heap based buffer overflow in HTTP Server functionality in Micrium uC-HTTP 3.01.01 allows remote code execution via HTTP request.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Silabs Micrium Uc-http=3.01.01

Event History

Nov 2, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:04 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-24942?

CVE-2022-24942 is a vulnerability that refers to a heap-based buffer overflow in the HTTP Server functionality in Micrium uC-HTTP 3.01.01, which allows remote code execution via an HTTP request.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-24942?

CVE-2022-24942 is considered to be a critical vulnerability with a severity rating of 9.8.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2022-24942?

The affected software is Silabs Micrium Uc-http version 3.01.01.

4

How can CVE-2022-24942 be exploited?

CVE-2022-24942 can be exploited by sending a specially crafted HTTP request to the vulnerable server.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-24942?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-24942 at the following references: [Reference 1](https://community.silabs.com/sfc/servlet.shepherd/document/download/0698Y00000KlMPOQA3?operationContext=S1), [Reference 2](https://github.com/SiliconLabs/gecko_sdk/blame/v4.1.1/platform/micrium_os/net/source/http/server/http_server_req.c).

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