Directory Traversal Vulnerability in Apache HTTP Server
CVE-1999-0236

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Apache
Status
Http Server
Ncsa Httpd
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 January 1997

Summary

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in the ScriptAlias directory setup of the Apache HTTP Server, as well as in NCSA web server implementations. This security flaw allows attackers to manipulate path information to gain unauthorized access to sensitive CGI programs, potentially exposing sensitive data or system configurations.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-...
x_refsource_MISC

EPSS Score

9% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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