CVE-2020-7655: HTTP Request Smuggling in netius
Summary
CVE-2020-7655: HTTP Request Smuggling in netius. Affects netius versions < 1.17.58. Fixed in 1.17.58. How to fix ↓
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Background
netius is a Python package available on PyPI that provides a lightweight and high-performance network library. It is commonly used for building network applications and servers. However, versions prior to 1.17.58 are vulnerable to HTTP Request Smuggling. This vulnerability arises from incorrect Transfer encoding header parsing, which can lead to HTTP pipelining issues and request smuggling attacks. Attackers may exploit this vulnerability to perform CL:TE or TE:TE attacks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in netius allows for HTTP pipelining issues and request smuggling attacks due to incorrect Transfer encoding header parsing. This can be exploited by attackers to perform CL:TE or TE:TE attacks. The impact of these attacks can range from unauthorized access to sensitive information to the execution of arbitrary code. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS score of 6.1, indicating a moderate severity level.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.17.58
This is the first release that contains the fix.
pip install --upgrade "netius==1.17.58"Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to update netius to the fixed version to eliminate the risk of HTTP request smuggling.
Conclusion
netius prior to version 1.17.58 is vulnerable to HTTP Request Smuggling, which can lead to various security risks. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to update netius to version 1.17.58 or later. This update includes the necessary fixes to address the incorrect Transfer encoding header parsing. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
netius is a Python package used for building network applications and servers. It provides a lightweight and high-performance network library.
HTTP Request Smuggling is a technique where an attacker manipulates the HTTP protocol to bypass security measures and perform unauthorized actions. It involves exploiting inconsistencies in how different components interpret and handle HTTP requests.
HTTP Request Smuggling can lead to various security risks, including unauthorized access to sensitive information, session hijacking, and the execution of arbitrary code. It can also be used to bypass security controls and perform other types of attacks.
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