Vulnerability Description
query_params.cpp in cxxtools before 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite recursion and crash) via an HTTP query that contains %% (double percent) characters.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tntnet | Cxxtools | <= 2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-January/127445.ht
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q1/112
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q1/116
- http://secunia.com/advisories/56363Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/65020
- http://www.tntnet.org/download/cxxtools-2.2.1/Releasenotes-2.2.1.markdown
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/90564
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-January/127445.ht
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q1/112
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q1/116
- http://secunia.com/advisories/56363Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/65020
- http://www.tntnet.org/download/cxxtools-2.2.1/Releasenotes-2.2.1.markdown
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/90564
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-7298?
CVE-2013-7298 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). query_params.cpp in cxxtools before 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite recursion and crash) via an HTTP query that contains %% (double percent) characters.
How severe is CVE-2013-7298?
CVE-2013-7298 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-2013-7298?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tntnet Cxxtools.