CVE-2003-0132: Medium severity Apache HTTP Server vulnerability
Published Apr 3, 2003
·Updated
A memory leak in Apache 2.0 through 2.0.44 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via large chunks of linefeed characters, which causes Apache to allocate 80 bytes for each linefeed.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Apache HTTP Server>=2.0.0<=2.0.44
Event History
Apr 3, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Apr 11, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0132?
CVE-2003-0132 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
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How do I fix CVE-2003-0132?
To fix CVE-2003-0132, upgrade to Apache HTTP Server version 2.0.45 or later.
3
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2003-0132 exploit?
CVE-2003-0132 exploits a memory leak in Apache versions 2.0.0 to 2.0.44 by sending large chunks of linefeed characters.
4
Which versions of Apache are affected by CVE-2003-0132?
Apache HTTP Server versions from 2.0.0 up to and including 2.0.44 are affected by CVE-2003-0132.
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What is the impact of CVE-2003-0132 on server performance?
CVE-2003-0132 can lead to significant memory consumption, resulting in degraded performance or server crashes.