CVE-2024-32638

Apache APISIX: Forward-Auth Request Smuggling

Description

Inconsistent Interpretation of HTTP Requests ('HTTP Request Smuggling') vulnerability in Apache APISIX when using `forward-auth` plugin.This issue affects Apache APISIX: from 3.8.0, 3.9.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.8.1, 3.9.1 or higher, which fixes the issue.

Category

6.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache APISIX
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/ngvgxllw4zn4hgngkqw2o225kf9wotov vendor advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/05/02/2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-32638?
CVE-2024-32638 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-32638?
To fix CVE-2024-32638, 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-2024-32638 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-32638 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-2024-32638?
CVE-2024-32638 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache APISIX.
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