Output Filter Memory Handling Issue in mod_python from Apache
CVE-2004-2680

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Mod Python
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 December 2004

What is CVE-2004-2680?

The mod_python module, specifically versions 3.1.4 and earlier, contains a vulnerability related to improper memory handling in its output filters. This flaw occurs when output filters process more than 16,384 bytes, leading to the potential return of portions of previously freed memory. This could enable an attacker to exploit the system and potentially disclose sensitive information from memory, posing a significant risk for applications utilizing this version of mod_python.

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References

http://secunia.com/advisories/24424
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-430-1
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http://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/httpd-python-dev...
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EPSS Score

10% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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