Privoxy CGI Request Crash Vulnerability in Privoxy Software
CVE-2021-20273

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Privoxy
Status: Privoxy
Vendor: CVE Published:; 9 March 2021

What is CVE-2021-20273?

A denial of service vulnerability exists in Privoxy prior to version 3.0.32. The flaw can be exploited when Privoxy is disabled, allowing crafted CGI requests to cause unexpected crashes. This affects the stability and availability of services relying on the Privoxy software, potentially leading to disruptions for users. It is essential for users to update to the latest version to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.