CVE-2019-12198 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-12198 affecting GoHttp through 2017-07-25. Discover the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps for this stack-based buffer over-read vulnerability.
GoHttp through 2017-07-25 is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer over-read due to an extended User-Agent header. This can lead to security issues.
Understanding CVE-2019-12198
What is CVE-2019-12198?
In GoHttp through 2017-07-25, a stack-based buffer over-read vulnerability exists when a long User-Agent header is present.
The Impact of CVE-2019-12198
This vulnerability can be exploited to potentially execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-12198
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in GoHttp allows for a stack-based buffer over-read when an extended User-Agent header is included.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Not applicable
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Versions: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability occurs when an extended User-Agent header is present, leading to a stack-based buffer over-read.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches or updates provided by the software vendor.
- Monitor for any unusual activities on the network.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Implement network security measures to detect and block malicious traffic.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that GoHttp is updated to the latest version to mitigate the stack-based buffer over-read vulnerability.