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CVE-2024-37894

6.3 · MEDIUM
Published Jun 25, 2024 squid-cache CWE-787 EPSS 6.25% (93th pctl)

Overview

CVE-2024-37894 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting squid-cache squid. It was published on June 25, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical Description

Squid is a caching proxy for the Web supporting HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, and more. Due to an Out-of-bounds Write error when assigning ESI variables, Squid is susceptible to a Memory Corruption error. This error can lead to a Denial of Service attack.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from squid-cache. Update squid to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected Products

Vendor Product Versions Status
squid-cache squid >= 3.0, < 6.10 Affected

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-37894?

CVE-2024-37894 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting squid-cache squid. It was published on June 25, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-37894?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-37894?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from squid-cache. Update squid to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2024-37894?

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