CVE-2023-25577

Werkzeug may allow high resource usage when parsing multipart form data with many fields

Description

Werkzeug is a comprehensive WSGI web application library. Prior to version 2.2.3, Werkzeug's multipart form data parser will parse an unlimited number of parts, including file parts. Parts can be a small amount of bytes, but each requires CPU time to parse and may use more memory as Python data. If a request can be made to an endpoint that accesses `request.data`, `request.form`, `request.files`, or `request.get_data(parse_form_data=False)`, it can cause unexpectedly high resource usage. This allows an attacker to cause a denial of service by sending crafted multipart data to an endpoint that will parse it. The amount of CPU time required can block worker processes from handling legitimate requests. The amount of RAM required can trigger an out of memory kill of the process. Unlimited file parts can use up memory and file handles. If many concurrent requests are sent continuously, this can exhaust or kill all available workers. Version 2.2.3 contains a patch for this issue.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.31%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: pallets werkzeug
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-25577?
CVE-2023-25577 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-25577?
To fix CVE-2023-25577, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-25577 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-25577 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-25577?
CVE-2023-25577 affects pallets werkzeug.
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