CVE-2006-0042: Medium severity Apache Libapreq2 vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in (1) apreqparseheaders and (2) apreqparseurlencoded functions in Apache2::Request (Libapreq2) before 2.07 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via unknown attack vectors that result in quadratic computational complexity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0042?
CVE-2006-0042 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to significant CPU consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0042?
To mitigate CVE-2006-0042, update Apache libapreq2 to version 2.07 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2006-0042?
CVE-2006-0042 affects Apache libapreq2 versions earlier than 2.07 and certain Debian Linux versions.
Can CVE-2006-0042 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-0042 can be exploited by remote attackers through unknown attack vectors.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2006-0042?
The potential impacts of CVE-2006-0042 include denial of service due to increased CPU consumption leading to service disruption.