Advisory Published

USN-6530-1: HAProxy vulnerability

First published: Tue Dec 05 2023(Updated: )

It was discovered that HAProxy incorrectly handled URI components containing the hash character (#). A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to obtain sensitive information, or to bypass certain path_end rules.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
ubuntu/haproxy<2.6.9-1ubuntu1.2
2.6.9-1ubuntu1.2
Ubuntu Ubuntu=23.04
All of
ubuntu/haproxy<2.4.22-0ubuntu0.22.04.3
2.4.22-0ubuntu0.22.04.3
Ubuntu Ubuntu=22.04
All of
ubuntu/haproxy<2.0.31-0ubuntu0.3
2.0.31-0ubuntu0.3
Ubuntu Ubuntu=20.04

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.

Child vulnerabilities

(Contains the following vulnerabilities)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for the HAProxy vulnerability?

    The vulnerability ID for the HAProxy vulnerability is USN-6530-1.

  • What is the impact of the HAProxy vulnerability?

    The HAProxy vulnerability can allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information or bypass certain rules.

  • Which versions of HAProxy are affected by the vulnerability?

    The versions of HAProxy affected by the vulnerability are 2.6.9-1ubuntu1.2, 2.4.22-0ubuntu0.22.04.3, and 2.0.31-0ubuntu0.3.

  • What is the recommended remedy for the HAProxy vulnerability?

    The recommended remedy for the HAProxy vulnerability is to update to version 2.6.9-1ubuntu1.2 (for Ubuntu 23.04), version 2.4.22-0ubuntu0.22.04.3 (for Ubuntu 22.04), or version 2.0.31-0ubuntu0.3 (for Ubuntu 20.04).

  • Where can I find more information about the HAProxy vulnerability?

    More information about the HAProxy vulnerability can be found at the following references: [CVE-2023-45539](https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-45539), [Ubuntu Security Notice](https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/haproxy/2.6.9-1ubuntu1.2), [Ubuntu Launchpad](https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/haproxy/2.4.22-0ubuntu0.22.04.3).

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2024 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203