CVE-2024-21493

Description

All versions of the package github.com/greenpau/caddy-security are vulnerable to Improper Validation of Array Index when parsing a Caddyfile. Multiple parsing functions in the affected library do not validate whether their input values are nil before attempting to access elements, which can lead to a panic (index out of range). Panics during the parsing of a configuration file may introduce ambiguity and vulnerabilities, hindering the correct interpretation and configuration of the web server.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Third-Party Advisory trailofbits.com Third-Party Advisory snyk.io
Affected: n/a github.com/greenpau/caddy-security
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-21493?
CVE-2024-21493 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-21493?
To fix CVE-2024-21493, 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-2024-21493 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-21493 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-2024-21493?
CVE-2024-21493 affects n/a github.com/greenpau/caddy-security.
This platform uses data from the NIST NVD, MITRE CVE, MITRE CWE, First.org and CISA KEV but is not endorsed or certified by these entities. CVE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CVE content is MITRE's CVE web site. CWE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CWE content is MITRE's CWE web site.
© 2025 Under My Watch. All Rights Reserved.