CVE-2024-11053

CVE-2024-11053 is a low-severity vulnerability in Haxx Curl with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

When asked to both use a `.netrc` file for credentials and to follow HTTP redirects, curl could leak the password used for the first host to the followed-to host under certain circumstances. This flaw only manifests itself if the netrc file has an entry that matches the redirect target hostname but the entry either omits just the password or omits both login and password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-11053?
When asked to both use a `.netrc` file for credentials and to follow HTTP redirects, curl could leak the password used for the first host to the followed-to host under certain circumstances. This flaw only manifests itself if the netrc file has an entry that matches the redirect target hostname but the entry either omits just the password or omits both login and password.
How severe is CVE-2024-11053?
CVE-2024-11053 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-11053 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-11053?
CVE-2024-11053 primarily affects Haxx Curl. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-11053?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-11053 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-11053 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-34411.
When was CVE-2024-11053 published?
CVE-2024-11053 was published on 2024-12-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (11)

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