CVE-2024-3184: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Oct 17, 2024
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Updated

Multiple CWE-476 NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerabilities were found in GoAhead Web Server up to version 6.0.0 when compiled with the MEGOAHEADREPLACEMALLOC flag. Without a memory notifier for allocation failures, remote attackers can exploit these vulnerabilities by sending malicious requests, leading to a crash and Denial of Service (DoS).

Affected Software

1 affected component
GoAhead Web Server<6.0.0

Remediation

Information

It is recommended to apply fixes introduced in version 6.0.1 of GoAhead and use the latest version available as base for building custom web servers.

Event History

Oct 17, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:32 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:32 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-3184?

CVE-2024-3184 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote exploitation by attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-3184?

To fix CVE-2024-3184, update GoAhead Web Server to version 6.0.0 or higher without the ME_GOAHEAD_REPLACE_MALLOC flag.

3

What vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2024-3184?

CVE-2024-3184 is associated with NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerabilities that can be exploited by sending malicious requests.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-3184?

Users of GoAhead Web Server up to version 6.0.0 who have enabled the ME_GOAHEAD_REPLACE_MALLOC flag are affected by CVE-2024-3184.

5

What consequences can result from CVE-2024-3184?

Exploitation of CVE-2024-3184 can lead to denial of service or potentially remote code execution, affecting the availability of the web server.

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