Improper Input Validation in Encode OSS httpx Product by Encode
CVE-2021-41945

9.1CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Encode

Status
Httpx
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 April 2022

What is CVE-2021-41945?

The Encode OSS httpx library versions prior to 0.23.0 are impacted by improper input validation within the 'httpx.URL' and 'httpx.Client' components, along with functions utilizing 'httpx.URL.copy_with'. This flaw can lead to unintended behaviors when processing URLs, potentially allowing for unexpected modifications during execution. It's crucial for developers using this library to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://gist.github.com/lebr0nli/4edb76bbd3b5ff993cf44f2f...
https://github.com/encode/httpx
https://github.com/encode/httpx/discussions/1831

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.1
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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