CWE
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2009-1191

First published: Thu Apr 23 2009(Updated: )

mod_proxy_ajp.c in the mod_proxy_ajp module in the Apache HTTP Server 2.2.11 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive response data, intended for a client that sent an earlier POST request with no request body, via an HTTP request.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apache HTTP Server=2.2.11
Ubuntu=9.04
Ubuntu=8.10
Ubuntu=8.04
Ubuntu=6.06
Apache Http Server=2.2.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-1191?

    CVE-2009-1191 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the risk of exposing sensitive information.

  • How can CVE-2009-1191 be mitigated?

    To mitigate CVE-2009-1191, you should upgrade the Apache HTTP Server to version 2.2.12 or later.

  • What types of systems are affected by CVE-2009-1191?

    CVE-2009-1191 affects Apache HTTP Server version 2.2.11 and several versions of Ubuntu Linux.

  • What details can an attacker obtain through CVE-2009-1191?

    An attacker can obtain sensitive response data that was intended for a client that sent a prior POST request with no body.

  • Is CVE-2009-1191 a remote attack vector?

    Yes, CVE-2009-1191 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability without needing local access to the server.

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