CVE-2019-12160 : What You Need to Know

Until July 25, 2017, there was a presence of a sendHeader use-after-free issue in GoHTTP.

Understanding CVE-2019-12160

GoHTTP through 2017-07-25 has a sendHeader use-after-free vulnerability.

What is CVE-2019-12160?

This CVE refers to a specific vulnerability in GoHTTP that allows for a use-after-free issue related to the sendHeader function.

The Impact of CVE-2019-12160

The vulnerability could potentially be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service on systems running the affected versions of GoHTTP.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12160

Vulnerability Description

The sendHeader use-after-free vulnerability in GoHTTP allows attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code or trigger a denial of service.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: GoHTTP
Vendor: N/A
Versions affected: Until July 25, 2017

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the sendHeader function in GoHTTP to execute malicious code or disrupt services.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update GoHTTP to the latest version that includes a patch for the sendHeader use-after-free vulnerability.
Monitor network traffic for any signs of exploitation attempts.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Implement network security measures to detect and block malicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all systems running GoHTTP are regularly updated with the latest patches and security fixes.