Vulnerability Description
darkhttpd before 1.15 uses strcmp (which is not constant time) to verify authentication, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication via a timing side channel.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Unix4Lyfe | Darkhttpd | < 1.15 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/01/25/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/emikulic/darkhttpd/commit/f477619d49f3c4de9ad59bd194265a48ddcPatch
- https://github.com/emikulic/darkhttpd/compare/v1.14...v1.15Product
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/01/25/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/emikulic/darkhttpd/commit/f477619d49f3c4de9ad59bd194265a48ddcPatch
- https://github.com/emikulic/darkhttpd/compare/v1.14...v1.15Product
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-23771?
CVE-2024-23771 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). darkhttpd before 1.15 uses strcmp (which is not constant time) to verify authentication, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication via a timing side channel.
How severe is CVE-2024-23771?
CVE-2024-23771 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-23771?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Unix4Lyfe Darkhttpd.