CVE-2024-23835: Suricata's pgsql: memory exhaustion use on record parsing
First published: Mon Feb 26 2024(Updated: )
Suricata is a network Intrusion Detection System, Intrusion Prevention System and Network Security Monitoring engine. Prior to version 7.0.3, excessive memory use during pgsql parsing could lead to OOM-related crashes. This vulnerability is patched in 7.0.3. As workaround, users can disable the pgsql app layer parser.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Suricata | >=7.0.0<7.0.3 | |
| Fedora | =38 | |
| Fedora | =39 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/OISF/suricata/security/advisories/GHSA-8583-353f-mvwc
- https://github.com/OISF/suricata/commit/86de7cffa7e8f06fe9d600127e7dabe89c7e81dd
- https://github.com/OISF/suricata/commit/f52c033e566beafb4480c139eb18662a2870464f
- https://redmine.openinfosecfoundation.org/issues/6411
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/GOCOBFUTIFHOP2PZOH4ENRFXRBHIRKK4/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/ZXJIT7R53ZXROO3I256RFUWTIW4ECK6P/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-23835?
CVE-2024-23835 has a high severity due to excessive memory use leading to potential OOM-related crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2024-23835?
To fix CVE-2024-23835, upgrade Suricata to version 7.0.3 or later.
What versions of Suricata are affected by CVE-2024-23835?
Suricata versions prior to 7.0.3 are affected by CVE-2024-23835.
Does CVE-2024-23835 affect Fedora systems?
Yes, CVE-2024-23835 affects Fedora versions 38 and 39 if they are running vulnerable Suricata versions.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-23835?
A specific workaround for CVE-2024-23835 is not detailed, but upgrading to the patched version is recommended.
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