Buffer overflow in Tinyproxy



Published: 2001-03-12 | Updated: 2023-08-20
Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2001-0129
CWE-ID CWE-119
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available.
Vulnerable software
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Vendor tinyproxy

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Buffer overflow

EUVDB-ID: #VU79735

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2001-0129

CWE-ID: CWE-119 - Memory corruption

Exploit availability: Yes

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when processing CONNECT requests. A remote attacker can send an overly long CONNECT request to the server, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system.


Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

tinyproxy: 1.3.0 - 1.3.3

External links

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=97975486527750&w=2
http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-018
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2217
http://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5954


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.



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