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CVE-2013-4758: Double free vulnerability in the writeDataError function in the ElasticSearch plugin (omelasticsearch) in r...

Double free vulnerability in the writeDataError function in the ElasticSearch plugin (omelasticsearch) in rsyslog before 7.4.2 and before 7.5.2 devel, when errorfile is set to local logging, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted JSON response.

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This flaw can crash rsyslog when its Elasticsearch output plugin handles certain JSON error responses. It matters most where rsyslog is part of centralized logging: a crash can interrupt log delivery and monitoring. The source also says arbitrary code execution may be possible, but the provided evidence does not confirm real-world exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to rsyslog deployments using the omelasticsearch plugin, affected pre-7.4.2 or pre-7.5.2 devel versions, and the specific errorfile local logging configuration. Systems not using this plugin or configuration are less likely affected based on the supplied sources. Prioritize remediation where rsyslog supports security monitoring, audit logging, or incident response pipelines. The main proven business risk is logging disruption; possible code execution raises concern, but the provided sources do not quantify exploitability or active abuse. Mitigation focus: Upgrade rsyslog stable deployments to 7.4.2 or later.; Upgrade rsyslog development deployments to 7.5.2 or later.; Review vendor release notes for any additional configuration guidance..

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