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CVE-2005-0096: Memory leak in the NTLM fakeauth_auth helper for Squid 2.5.STABLE7 and earlier allows remote attackers to c...

Memory leak in the NTLM fakeauth_auth helper for Squid 2.5.STABLE7 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption).

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This issue can let a remote attacker exhaust memory in older Squid proxy deployments using the NTLM fakeauth_auth helper. The reported impact is denial of service, not data theft or code execution. Business urgency depends on whether legacy Squid 2.5.STABLE7 or earlier remains deployed. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Squid proxy servers running 2.5.STABLE7 or earlier, especially where NTLM fakeauth_auth is configured. Modern, patched, or non-Squid proxy stacks are not indicated as affected by the provided sources. Treat as a legacy infrastructure cleanup item with outage risk. Prioritize remediation if the affected Squid proxy is internet-facing, business-critical, or still used for authentication-dependent traffic. Mitigation focus: Inventory Squid deployments and confirm exact package versions.; Check whether NTLM fakeauth_auth is enabled in proxy authentication configuration.; Apply the relevant Squid or operating-system vendor security update..

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