CVE-2024-21645: pyload Injection — Exploit & Fix

Description

pyLoad is the free and open-source Download Manager written in pure Python. A log injection vulnerability was identified in `pyload` allowing any unauthenticated actor to inject arbitrary messages into the logs gathered by `pyload`. Forged or otherwise, corrupted log files can be used to cover an attacker’s tracks or even to implicate another party in the commission of a malicious act. This vulnerability has been patched in version 0.5.0b3.dev77.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

5.3

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-74 CWE-74

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
pyload	pyload	< 0.4.9
pyload	pyload	All
pyload	pyload	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://github.com/pyload/pyload/commit/4159a1191ec4fe6d927e57a9c4bb8f54e16c381d https://github.com/pyload/pyload/security/advisories/GHSA-ghmw-rwh8-6qmr https://github.com/pyload/pyload/commit/4159a1191ec4fe6d927e57a9c4bb8f54e16c381d https://github.com/pyload/pyload/security/advisories/GHSA-ghmw-rwh8-6qmr

Exploits

https://github.com/pyload/pyload/security/advisories/GHSA-ghmw-rwh8-6qmr https://github.com/pyload/pyload/security/advisories/GHSA-ghmw-rwh8-6qmr

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-21645? +

pyLoad is the free and open-source Download Manager written in pure Python. A log injection vulnerability was identified in `pyload` allowing any unauthenticated actor to inject arbitrary messages into the logs gathered by `pyload`. Forged or otherwise, corrupted log files can be used to cover an attacker’s tracks or even to implicate another party in the commission of a malicious act. This vulnerability has been patched in version 0.5.0b3.dev77. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-21645? +

CVE-2024-21645 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.3 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-21645? +

CVE-2024-21645 affects products from pyload, specifically: pyload. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-21645? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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