CVE-2003-0460: Medium severity Apache HTTP Server vulnerability

Published Jul 25, 2003
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Updated

The rotatelogs program on Apache before 1.3.28, for Windows and OS/2 systems, does not properly ignore certain control characters that are received over the pipe, which could allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache HTTP Server<=1.3.27

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Apache Http Server (rotatelogs) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.3.28

Event History

Jul 25, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Aug 27, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0460?

CVE-2003-0460 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can affect Apache servers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-0460?

To fix CVE-2003-0460, upgrade Apache HTTP Server to version 1.3.28 or later.

3

Which versions of the Apache HTTP Server are affected by CVE-2003-0460?

CVE-2003-0460 affects Apache HTTP Server versions up to and including 1.3.27.

4

What type of systems are impacted by CVE-2003-0460?

CVE-2003-0460 affects Apache for Windows and OS/2 systems.

5

Can CVE-2003-0460 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2003-0460 can be exploited remotely, leading to a denial of service.

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