Vulnerability Description
The json.decode function in util/json.lua in Prosody 0.8.x before 0.8.1 might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via invalid JSON data, as demonstrated by truncated data.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Prosody | Prosody | 0.8.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.prosody.im/prosody-0-8-1-released/Patch
- http://hg.prosody.im/0.8/rev/20979f124ad9Patch
- http://prosody.im/doc/release/0.8.1Patch
- http://blog.prosody.im/prosody-0-8-1-released/Patch
- http://hg.prosody.im/0.8/rev/20979f124ad9Patch
- http://prosody.im/doc/release/0.8.1Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-2532?
CVE-2011-2532 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The json.decode function in util/json.lua in Prosody 0.8.x before 0.8.1 might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via invalid JSON data, as demonstrated by truncated da...
How severe is CVE-2011-2532?
CVE-2011-2532 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-2532?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Prosody Prosody.