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OpenSSL Vulnerability Allows Memory Exhaustion via 11-Byte Payload
A denial-of-service vulnerability, dubbed "HollowByte," has been discovered in OpenSSL that allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to exhaust server memory and trigger denial-of-service attacks using a specially crafted 11-byte payload. The flaw was disclosed by Okta's Red Team on July 18, 2026.
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OpenSSL Flaw Allows Denial-of-Service via Small TLS Requests
A denial-of-service vulnerability has been identified in OpenSSL, allowing attackers to disrupt service by sending small TLS requests. The flaw, internally dubbed "HollowByte," can be triggered with an 11-byte TLS request, leading to significant memory allocation issues on vulnerable servers.