CVE-2024-42386: Use of Out-of-range Pointer Offset in Mongoose Web Server library
Published Nov 18, 2024
·Updated
Use of Out-of-range Pointer Offset vulnerability in Cesanta Mongoose Web Server v7.14 allows an attacker to send an unexpected TLS packet and produce a segmentation fault on the application.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Cesanta Mongoose<=7.14
Remediation
Information
It is suggested to update the Mongoose Web Server library to v7.15.
Event History
Nov 18, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:05 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:05 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-42386?
CVE-2024-42386 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause application crashes and denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-42386?
To mitigate CVE-2024-42386, upgrade Cesanta Mongoose Web Server to version 7.15 or later immediately.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-42386?
CVE-2024-42386 is categorized as an out-of-range pointer offset vulnerability.
4
What can attackers do with CVE-2024-42386?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-42386 to send unexpected TLS packets, leading to segmentation faults.
5
What versions of Cesanta Mongoose are affected by CVE-2024-42386?
CVE-2024-42386 affects Cesanta Mongoose Web Server versions up to and including 7.14.