MEDIUM
CVE-2020-24275
CWE-74Published: July 20, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
6.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
A HTTP response header injection vulnerability in Swoole v4.5.2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via supplying a crafted URL.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-24275 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
swoole1 product(s)
swoole
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (8)
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https://blog.cal1.cn/post/HTTP%20Response%20Header%20Injection%20in%20Swoole%3C%3D4.5.2Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://github.com/swoole/swoole-src/pull/3539Patch · Vendor Advisory
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https://github.com/swoole/swoole-src/pull/3545Patch · Vendor Advisory
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https://portswigger.net/kb/issues/00200200_http-response-header-injectionTechnical Description
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https://blog.cal1.cn/post/HTTP%20Response%20Header%20Injection%20in%20Swoole%3C%3D4.5.2Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://github.com/swoole/swoole-src/pull/3539Patch · Vendor Advisory
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https://github.com/swoole/swoole-src/pull/3545Patch · Vendor Advisory
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https://portswigger.net/kb/issues/00200200_http-response-header-injectionTechnical Description
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2020-24275
CVSS Score6.5 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-74
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJul 20, 2023
Related CVEs (CWE-74)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-24275 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.