CVE-2004-0009: High severity Apache-SSL Apache-SSL vulnerability

Published Mar 3, 2004
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Updated

Apache-SSL 1.3.28+1.52 and earlier, with SSLVerifyClient set to 1 or 3 and SSLFakeBasicAuth enabled, allows remote attackers to forge a client certificate by using basic authentication with the "one-line DN" of the target user.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache-SSL Apache-SSL<=1.3.28_1.52

Event History

Mar 3, 2004
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Sep 1, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-0009?

CVE-2004-0009 is considered to be a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-0009?

To fix CVE-2004-0009, upgrade to Apache-SSL version 1.3.28_1.53 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0009?

CVE-2004-0009 affects Apache-SSL versions 1.3.28 and earlier, specifically when SSLVerifyClient is set to 1 or 3.

4

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2004-0009?

CVE-2004-0009 allows remote attackers to forge a client certificate using basic authentication.

5

Is CVE-2004-0009 still relevant today?

While CVE-2004-0009 is an older vulnerability, it can still be a concern for systems running outdated Apache-SSL versions.

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