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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2024-57656
CVE-2024-57656:
Homebrew vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
An issue in the sqlc_add_distinct_node component of openlink virtuoso-opensource v7.2.11 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via crafted SQL statements. The vulnerability was discovered and reported on December 12, 2023 (GitHub Issue).
Technical details
The vulnerability exists in the sqlc_add_distinct_node function of Virtuoso's SQL processing component. The issue can be triggered through specially crafted SQL statements containing complex DISTINCT operations combined with GROUP BY clauses. When processing these statements, the application crashes at the sqlc_add_distinct_node function, as evidenced by the backtrace provided in the bug report (GitHub Issue).
Impact
When successfully exploited, this vulnerability results in a Denial of Service (DoS) condition, causing the Virtuoso database server to crash. This can lead to service interruption and affect the availability of systems relying on the database (NVD).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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