Jetty ThreadLimitHandler Remote DoS via OOM
CVE-2024-8184 Published on October 14, 2024
Jetty ThreadLimitHandler.getRemote() vulnerable to remote DoS attacks
There exists a security vulnerability in Jetty's ThreadLimitHandler.getRemote() which can be exploited by unauthorized users to cause remote denial-of-service (DoS) attack. By repeatedly sending crafted requests, attackers can trigger OutofMemory errors and exhaust the server's memory.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2024-8184 is exploitable with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is consided to have a high level of attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have no impact on confidentiality and integrity, and a high impact on availability.
Weakness Type
What is a Resource Exhaustion Vulnerability?
The software does not properly control the allocation and maintenance of a limited resource, thereby enabling an actor to influence the amount of resources consumed, eventually leading to the exhaustion of available resources.
CVE-2024-8184 has been classified to as a Resource Exhaustion vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2024-8184
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Affected Versions
Eclipse Foundation Jetty:- Version 9.3.12, <= 9.4.55 is affected.
- Version 10.0.0, <= 10.0.23 is affected.
- Version 11.0.0, <= 11.0.23 is affected.
- Version 12.0.0, <= 12.0.8 is affected.
Vulnerable Packages
The following package name and versions may be associated with CVE-2024-8184
| Package Manager | Vulnerable Package | Versions | Fixed In |
|---|---|---|---|
| maven | org.eclipse.jetty:jetty-server | >= 12.0.0, <= 12.0.8 | 12.0.9 |
| maven | org.eclipse.jetty:jetty-server | >= 10.0.0, <= 10.0.23 | 10.0.24 |
| maven | org.eclipse.jetty:jetty-server | >= 11.0.0, <= 11.0.23 | 11.0.24 |
| maven | org.eclipse.jetty:jetty-server | >= 9.3.12, <= 9.4.55 | 9.4.56 |
Exploit Probability
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