CVE-2023-46852: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 27, 2023
·Updated
In Memcached before 1.6.22, a buffer overflow exists when processing multiget requests in proxy mode, if there are many spaces after the "get" substring.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Memcached Memcached<1.6.22
Remediation
Event History
Oct 27, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability identifier for this issue?
The vulnerability identifier for this issue is CVE-2023-46852.
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What is the severity of CVE-2023-46852?
The severity of CVE-2023-46852 is high, with a severity score of 7.5.
3
What is the description of CVE-2023-46852?
CVE-2023-46852 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that exists in Memcached before version 1.6.22 when processing multiget requests in proxy mode.
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How does CVE-2023-46852 impact Memcached?
CVE-2023-46852 can be exploited to cause a buffer overflow and potentially lead to remote code execution on the target Memcached server.
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How can I mitigate the impact of CVE-2023-46852?
To mitigate the impact of CVE-2023-46852, it is recommended to upgrade to Memcached version 1.6.22 or later, which includes a fix for the vulnerability.