CVE-2004-0173
First published: Thu Apr 15 2004(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in Apache 1.3.29 and earlier, and Apache 2.0.48 and earlier, when running on Cygwin, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a URL containing "..%5C" (dot dot encoded backslash) sequences.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Http Server | =1.0.5 | |
| Apache Http Server | =0.8.11 | |
| Apache Http Server | =1.1.1 | |
| Apache Http Server | =1.0.2 | |
| Apache Http Server | =1.1 | |
| Apache Http Server | =1.2.5 | |
| Apache Http Server | =1.0 | |
| Apache Http Server | =1.0.3 | |
| Apache Http Server | =1.3 | |
| Apache Http Server | =0.8.14 | |
| Apache Http Server | =1.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9733
- http://www.apacheweek.com/issues/04-03-12
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-February/017740.html
- http://issues.apache.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=26152
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10962
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107765545431387&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15293
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0173?
CVE-2004-0173 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its ability to expose sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0173?
To mitigate CVE-2004-0173, upgrade to an unaffected version of Apache HTTP Server that is later than 1.3.29 and 2.0.48.
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0173?
CVE-2004-0173 affects Apache HTTP Server versions 1.3.29 and earlier, and 2.0.48 and earlier, specifically when running on Cygwin.
How does CVE-2004-0173 work?
CVE-2004-0173 exploits a directory traversal flaw by allowing attackers to read arbitrary files using encoded backslash sequences.
Is CVE-2004-0173 still a concern today?
While CVE-2004-0173 is an older vulnerability, it remains a concern for any systems running outdated versions of Apache HTTP Server.
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