CVE-1999-0678: Medium severity Apache HTTP Server vulnerability
A default configuration of Apache on Debian GNU/Linux sets the ServerRoot to /usr/doc, which allows remote users to read documentation files for the entire server.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Configuration
Change Apache's ServerRoot from the Debian default of /usr/doc to a directory that is not web-accessible. Update the appropriate Apache configuration files (for example /etc/apache2/apache2.conf or site-specific config) to set ServerRoot to a non-/usr/doc path so documentation files are not served, then restart Apache to apply the change.
Apache (httpd) on Debian GNU/Linux ServerRoot = do not set to /usr/doc
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0678?
CVE-1999-0678 has a moderate severity rating due to the exposure of sensitive documentation files.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0678?
To fix CVE-1999-0678, you should change the ServerRoot configuration in Apache to a more secure directory.
Who is affected by CVE-1999-0678?
CVE-1999-0678 affects users running a default configuration of Apache on Debian GNU/Linux version 2.1.
What kind of data can be exposed by CVE-1999-0678?
CVE-1999-0678 can expose documentation files that contain sensitive information about the server configuration.
Is CVE-1999-0678 still a threat today?
While CVE-1999-0678 is an older vulnerability, it can still pose a risk on systems that have not been properly secured or updated.