Apache < 2.0.51 IPv6 Remote Buffer Overflow

medium Log Correlation Engine Plugin ID 800560

Synopsis

The remote host is vulnerable to a buffer overflow.

Description

The remote host is running a vulnerable version of Apache. It is reported that versions prior to 2.0.51 are prone to a remote buffer overflow when parsing an URI sent over IPv6. An attacker may use this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the remote host or to deny service to legitimate users.

Solution

Upgrade to Apache 2.0.51 or higher.

Plugin Details

Severity: Medium

ID: 800560

Family: Web Servers

Reference Information

CVE: CVE-2004-0786, CVE-2004-0809

BID: 11187

Detections

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