CVE-2024-42386: Use of Out-of-range Pointer Offset in Mongoose Web Server library
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
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Cesanta Mongoose Web Server libraryto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in v7.15
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
How do I fix CVE-2024-42386?
To mitigate CVE-2024-42386, upgrade Cesanta Mongoose Web Server to version 7.15 or later immediately.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-42386?
CVE-2024-42386 is categorized as an out-of-range pointer offset vulnerability.
What can attackers do with CVE-2024-42386?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-42386 to send unexpected TLS packets, leading to segmentation faults.
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.