CVE-2024-45797

7.5 HIGH
Published: October 16, 2024 Modified: November 03, 2025

Description

LibHTP is a security-aware parser for the HTTP protocol and the related bits and pieces. Prior to version 0.5.49, unbounded processing of HTTP request and response headers can lead to excessive CPU time and memory utilization, possibly leading to extreme slowdowns. This issue is addressed in 0.5.49.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/OISF/libhtp/security/advisories/GHSA-rqqp-24ch-248f
Source: security-advisories@github.com
Exploit Issue Tracking Patch Vendor Advisory
https://redmine.openinfosecfoundation.org/issues/7191
Source: security-advisories@github.com
Exploit Issue Tracking Patch Vendor Advisory

3 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
7.5 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
0.5%
64th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

Affected Vendors

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