Memory Error in Nostromo nhttpd Affecting Server Functionality
CVE-2019-16279

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Nazgul

Status
Nostromo Nhttpd
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 October 2019

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 90%

What is CVE-2019-16279?

A memory error has been identified in the SSL_accept function of the Nostromo nhttpd web server, impacting versions up to 1.9.6. This vulnerability allows an attacker to exploit the server by sending a specially crafted HTTP request, which can lead to a denial of service. Administrators should take appropriate measures to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability and ensure that their server software is updated.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2019-16279
Created by ianxtianxt

References

http://www.nazgul.ch/dev/nostromo_cl.txt
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https://sp0re.sh
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https://git.sp0re.sh/sp0re/Nhttpd-exploits
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EPSS Score

90% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2019-16279 : Memory Error in Nostromo nhttpd Affecting Server Functionality