Security readout for executives and security teams
Affected curl 7.x versions before 7.10.7 could accidentally send proxy credentials to the remote destination server when using CONNECT. The main business risk is unintended disclosure of proxy usernames or passwords to a third party server. The source bundle does not show active exploitation or a CVSS score. Exposure is most likely in legacy systems still running curl 7.x before 7.10.7 and using authenticated CONNECT proxies. Modern supported curl deployments are unlikely to be affected, but embedded or unmaintained systems should be checked. Treat as a targeted legacy exposure issue. Prioritize systems that still use authenticated proxies with old curl versions, especially where proxy credentials have broad internal access. Mitigation focus: Inventory curl versions on legacy and embedded systems.; Upgrade affected curl 7.x installations to 7.10.7 or later.; Prefer current vendor-supported curl packages where possible..
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- https://curl.haxx.se/docs/CVE-2003-1605.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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