CVE-1999-0926: Critical severity Apache HTTP Server vulnerability
Published Sep 3, 1999
·Updated
Apache allows remote attackers to conduct a denial of service via a large number of MIME headers.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Apache HTTP Server=1.2.5
Event History
Sep 3, 1999
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 12, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0926?
CVE-1999-0926 is considered a denial of service vulnerability that can disrupt Apache server performance.
2
How do I fix CVE-1999-0926?
To mitigate CVE-1999-0926, upgrade to a patched version of Apache HTTP Server beyond version 1.2.5.
3
What version of Apache is affected by CVE-1999-0926?
CVE-1999-0926 specifically affects Apache HTTP Server version 1.2.5.
4
What type of attack does CVE-1999-0926 facilitate?
CVE-1999-0926 facilitates denial of service attacks through the exploitation of numerous large MIME headers.
5
Can CVE-1999-0926 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0926 can be exploited remotely by attackers targeting the Apache server.