CVE-2017-1000098

CVE-2017-1000098 is a high-severity vulnerability in Golang Go with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-769.

Key facts

Description

The net/http package's Request.ParseMultipartForm method starts writing to temporary files once the request body size surpasses the given "maxMemory" limit. It was possible for an attacker to generate a multipart request crafted such that the server ran out of file descriptors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-1000098?
The net/http package's Request.ParseMultipartForm method starts writing to temporary files once the request body size surpasses the given "maxMemory" limit. It was possible for an attacker to generate a multipart request crafted such that the server ran out of file descriptors.
How severe is CVE-2017-1000098?
CVE-2017-1000098 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-1000098 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-1000098?
CVE-2017-1000098 affects Golang Go. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000098?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-1000098 published?
CVE-2017-1000098 was published on 2017-10-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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