CVE-2005-0241

CVE-2005-0241 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Squid with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 70% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

The httpProcessReplyHeader function in http.c for Squid 2.5-STABLE7 and earlier does not properly set the debug context when it is handling "oversized" HTTP reply headers, which might allow remote attackers to poison the cache or bypass access controls based on header size.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0241?
The httpProcessReplyHeader function in http.c for Squid 2.5-STABLE7 and earlier does not properly set the debug context when it is handling "oversized" HTTP reply headers, which might allow remote attackers to poison the cache or bypass access controls based on header size.
How severe is CVE-2005-0241?
CVE-2005-0241 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-0241 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 70% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0241?
CVE-2005-0241 primarily affects Squid. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0241?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-0241 published?
CVE-2005-0241 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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