CVE-2024-45808: Malicious log injection via access logs in envoy
First published: Thu Sep 19 2024(Updated: )
Envoy is a cloud-native high-performance edge/middle/service proxy. A vulnerability has been identified in Envoy that allows malicious attackers to inject unexpected content into access logs. This is achieved by exploiting the lack of validation for the `REQUESTED_SERVER_NAME` field for access loggers. This issue has been addressed in versions 1.31.2, 1.30.6, 1.29.9, and 1.28.7. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Envoy Proxy | <1.28.7 | |
| Envoy Proxy | >=1.29.0<1.29.9 | |
| Envoy Proxy | >=1.30.0<1.30.6 | |
| Envoy Proxy | >=1.31.0<1.31.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-45808?
CVE-2024-45808 has been classified with medium severity due to the potential for log content injection.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45808?
To mitigate CVE-2024-45808, upgrade Envoy to versions later than 1.28.7, 1.29.9, 1.30.6, or 1.31.2.
What versions of Envoy are affected by CVE-2024-45808?
CVE-2024-45808 affects Envoy versions prior to 1.28.8, between 1.29.0 and 1.29.9, 1.30.0 to 1.30.6, and 1.31.0 to 1.31.2.
What attack vector is used in CVE-2024-45808?
CVE-2024-45808 allows attackers to exploit the lack of validation in the REQUESTED_SERVER_NAME field to inject content into access logs.
Who is responsible for the Envoy Proxy vulnerability CVE-2024-45808?
The Envoy Proxy project team is responsible for addressing CVE-2024-45808, which affects their open-source proxy software.
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