Improper Input Validation in Apache HTTP Server mod_cluster Affecting Load Balancer
CVE-2016-8612

4.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Red Hat
Status
Mod Cluster
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 March 2018

What is CVE-2016-8612?

The Apache HTTP Server mod_cluster component prior to version 2.4.23 is susceptible to an improper input validation issue within its protocol parsing logic. This vulnerability can lead to a segmentation fault in the httpd process, potentially disrupting service and rendering the server temporarily unavailable. It is crucial for users and administrators to apply the latest updates to ensure their systems remain secure against such vulnerabilities.

Affected Version(s)

mod_cluster httpd 2.4.23

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94939
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https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180601-0005/
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https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:0194
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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