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CVE-2001-1072

First published: Fri Aug 31 2001(Updated: )

Apache with mod_rewrite enabled on most UNIX systems allows remote attackers to bypass RewriteRules by inserting extra / (slash) characters into the requested path, which causes the regular expression in the RewriteRule to fail.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apache HTTP Server=1.3.14
Apache HTTP Server=1.3.17
Apache HTTP Server=1.3.19

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-1072?

    CVE-2001-1072 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to bypass security measures.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-1072?

    To fix CVE-2001-1072, update to a version of Apache that is not vulnerable, such as versions later than 1.3.19.

  • What versions of Apache are affected by CVE-2001-1072?

    CVE-2001-1072 affects Apache HTTP Server versions 1.3.14, 1.3.17, and 1.3.19.

  • What attack vectors are associated with CVE-2001-1072?

    The attack vector for CVE-2001-1072 involves remote exploitation through crafted requests containing extra slash characters.

  • What protections can prevent CVE-2001-1072 exploitation?

    To prevent exploitation of CVE-2001-1072, implement strict input validation and avoid using mod_rewrite when unnecessary.

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