CVE-2024-23771
CVSS 3.1 Score 9.8 of 10 (high)
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Summary
CVE-2024-23771 is a cyber vulnerability that affects darkhttpd versions before 1.15. The vulnerability arises from the use of strcmp, which is not constant time, to verify authentication. This flaw makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication by exploiting a timing side channel. The affected products include uWRJV3, uWRJV4, and uWRJV5. To remediate this vulnerability, it is recommended to update darkhttpd to version 1.15 or later. The potential danger posed by this vulnerability is significant, with a base severity rating of CRITICAL and high impacts on integrity and confidentiality. The exploitability score is 3.9 out of 10, indicating a moderate likelihood of exploitation.
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