CVE-2001-0730: Medium severity Apache HTTP Server vulnerability

Published Oct 30, 2001
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Updated

split-logfile in Apache 1.3.20 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files that end in the .log extension via an HTTP request with a / (slash) in the Host: header.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache HTTP Server=1.3.20

Event History

Oct 30, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Mar 9, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0730?

CVE-2001-0730 is a high severity vulnerability due to the ability of remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary log files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-0730?

To fix CVE-2001-0730, you should upgrade to a patched version of Apache HTTP Server that is later than 1.3.20.

3

What does CVE-2001-0730 affect?

CVE-2001-0730 affects Apache HTTP Server version 1.3.20.

4

Can CVE-2001-0730 lead to information disclosure?

Yes, CVE-2001-0730 can potentially lead to information disclosure if sensitive log files are overwritten.

5

Is CVE-2001-0730 easy to exploit?

CVE-2001-0730 is considered easy to exploit, allowing attackers to manipulate log files with a specially crafted HTTP request.

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