Improper Neutralization of Delimiters vulnerability in Cesanta Mongoose Web Server v7.14 allows to trigger an out-of-bound memory write if the PEM… (CVE-2024-42385)
CVE-2024-42385 is a vulnerability in Cesanta Mongoose Web Server version 7.14 where improper neutralization of delimiters in PEM certificates can lead to an out-of-bound memory write. This flaw arises when the PEM certificate contains unexpected characters. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.0, indicating medium severity, with a local attack vector requiring high privileges and user interaction. No patch or remediation information is currently available.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-42385 affects Cesanta Mongoose Web Server v7.14. It involves improper neutralization of delimiters, specifically in PEM certificates containing unexpected characters, which can trigger an out-of-bound memory write. This is classified under CWE-140 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command). The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates the attack requires local access with high privileges and user interaction, and impacts availability without affecting confidentiality or integrity.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can cause an out-of-bound memory write, potentially leading to denial of service or application instability. The CVSS score of 4.0 reflects a moderate impact primarily on availability. There is no indication of confidentiality or integrity compromise from the provided data.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or patch links are provided at this time. Users should monitor vendor communications for updates. Given the local and high privilege requirements, limiting access to trusted users may reduce risk until a fix is available.
Improper Neutralization of Delimiters vulnerability in Cesanta Mongoose Web Server v7.14 allows to trigger an out-of-bound memory write if the PEM… (CVE-2024-42385)
Description
CVE-2024-42385 is a vulnerability in Cesanta Mongoose Web Server version 7.14 where improper neutralization of delimiters in PEM certificates can lead to an out-of-bound memory write. This flaw arises when the PEM certificate contains unexpected characters. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.0, indicating medium severity, with a local attack vector requiring high privileges and user interaction. No patch or remediation information is currently available.
CVSS v3.1
Score 4.0medium
Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-42385 affects Cesanta Mongoose Web Server v7.14. It involves improper neutralization of delimiters, specifically in PEM certificates containing unexpected characters, which can trigger an out-of-bound memory write. This is classified under CWE-140 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command). The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates the attack requires local access with high privileges and user interaction, and impacts availability without affecting confidentiality or integrity.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can cause an out-of-bound memory write, potentially leading to denial of service or application instability. The CVSS score of 4.0 reflects a moderate impact primarily on availability. There is no indication of confidentiality or integrity compromise from the provided data.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or patch links are provided at this time. Users should monitor vendor communications for updates. Given the local and high privilege requirements, limiting access to trusted users may reduce risk until a fix is available.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-fj5v-9mxj-77qc
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2024-42385"]
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa005aaacd9273b49ab46aa
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 12:55:06 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 13:05:43 UTC
Last updated: 09/10/2026, 22:31:45 UTC
Views: 4
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