CVE-2011-1928
First published: Tue May 24 2011(Updated: )
The fnmatch implementation in apr_fnmatch.c in the Apache Portable Runtime (APR) library 1.4.3 and 1.4.4, and the Apache HTTP Server 2.2.18, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a URI that does not match unspecified types of wildcard patterns, as demonstrated by attacks against mod_autoindex in httpd when a /*/WEB-INF/ configuration pattern is used. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incorrect fix for CVE-2011-0419.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache APR | =1.4.3 | |
| Apache HTTP Server | =2.2.18 | |
| Apache APR | =1.4.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=627182
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-11/msg00011.html
- http://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/httpd-announce/201105.mbox/%3C4DD55092.3030403%40apache.org%3E
- http://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/www-announce/201105.mbox/%3c4DD55076.1060005%40apache.org%3e
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=134987041210674&w=2
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/05/19/10
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/05/19/5
- http://secunia.com/advisories/44558
- http://secunia.com/advisories/44613
- http://secunia.com/advisories/44661
- http://secunia.com/advisories/44780
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48308
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2011:095
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2011-0844.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/1289
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/1290
- https://issues.apache.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=51219
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1928?
CVE-2011-1928 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service through an infinite loop.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1928?
To fix CVE-2011-1928, upgrade to Apache Portable Runtime version 1.4.5 or later, or upgrade to Apache HTTP Server version 2.2.19 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2011-1928?
CVE-2011-1928 affects Apache Portable Runtime versions 1.4.3 and 1.4.4, and Apache HTTP Server version 2.2.18.
What type of attack does CVE-2011-1928 enable?
CVE-2011-1928 enables a denial of service attack that results from an exploit of wildcard patterns in URI processing.
When was CVE-2011-1928 disclosed?
CVE-2011-1928 was disclosed in May 2011.
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