Denial-of-Service Vulnerability in Genivia gSOAP Affects Unauthenticated Remote Users

CVE-2024-4227

What is CVE-2024-4227?

A vulnerability exists in Genivia gSOAP that allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to trigger excessive CPU usage. This can occur when the software is configured to parse XML files containing duplicate ID attributes. The resultant denial of service can severely impact the performance of the affected system. It is crucial for users to ensure they are using the latest versions and adhere to the recommended configurations to mitigate this risk.

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