Improper Configuration Handling in Red Hat Enterprise Linux httpd Server
CVE-2017-12171
6.5MEDIUM
Summary
A flaw exists in the configuration parsing of the httpd server on Red Hat Enterprise Linux, specifically in version 2.2.15-60. This vulnerability stems from a regression that misinterprets comments in 'Allow' and 'Deny' directives. As a result, an administrator may inadvertently create a scenario where unauthorized clients gain access to resources that should be restricted, compromising the security of the web application.
Affected Version(s)
httpd 2.2.15-60
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved