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CVE-2002-0840: XSS

First published: Fri Oct 11 2002(Updated: )

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the default error page of Apache 2.0 before 2.0.43, and 1.3.x up to 1.3.26, when UseCanonicalName is "Off" and support for wildcard DNS is present, allows remote attackers to execute script as other web page visitors via the Host: header, a different vulnerability than CAN-2002-1157.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apache Http Server=1.3
Apache Http Server=1.3.1
Apache Http Server=1.3.3
Apache Http Server=1.3.4
Apache Http Server=1.3.6
Apache Http Server=1.3.9
Apache Http Server=1.3.11
Apache Http Server=1.3.12
Apache Http Server=1.3.14
Apache Http Server=1.3.17
Apache Http Server=1.3.18
Apache Http Server=1.3.19
Apache Http Server=1.3.20
Apache Http Server=1.3.22
Apache Http Server=1.3.23
Apache Http Server=1.3.24
Apache Http Server=1.3.25
Apache Http Server=1.3.26
Apache Http Server=2.0
Apache Http Server=2.0.28
Apache Http Server=2.0.32
Apache Http Server=2.0.35
Apache Http Server=2.0.36
Apache Http Server=2.0.37
Apache Http Server=2.0.38
Apache Http Server=2.0.39
Apache Http Server=2.0.40
Apache Http Server=2.0.41
Apache Http Server=2.0.42
Oracle Java System Application Server=1.0.2
Oracle Java System Application Server=1.0.2.1s
Oracle Java System Application Server=1.0.2.2
Oracle Java System Application Server=9.0.2
Oracle Java System Application Server=9.0.2-r2
Oracle Java System Application Server=9.0.2.1
Oracle Database=8.1.7
Oracle Database=9.2.1
Oracle Database=9.2.2
Oracle Database=8.1.7
Oracle Database=8.1.7.1
Oracle Database=8.1.7_.0.0_enterprise
Oracle Database=8.1.7_.1.0_enterprise
Oracle Database=9.0
Oracle Database=9.0.1
Oracle Database=9.0.1.2
Oracle Database=9.0.1.3
Oracle Database=9.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0840?

    CVE-2002-0840 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0840?

    To fix CVE-2002-0840, upgrade to Apache version 2.0.43 or later, or ensure UseCanonicalName is set to 'On'.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2002-0840?

    CVE-2002-0840 can be exploited via cross-site scripting attacks that involve manipulating the Host: header.

  • Which versions of Apache are affected by CVE-2002-0840?

    CVE-2002-0840 affects Apache version 1.3.x up to 1.3.26 and all versions of Apache 2.0 before 2.0.43.

  • Is CVE-2002-0840 related to wildcard DNS support?

    Yes, CVE-2002-0840 requires support for wildcard DNS in order for the vulnerability to be exploited.

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