CVE-2011-4963
First published: Thu Jul 26 2012(Updated: )
nginx/Windows 1.3.x before 1.3.1 and 1.2.x before 1.2.1 allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and access restricted files via (1) a trailing . (dot) or (2) certain "$index_allocation" sequences in a request.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Nginx | >=0.7.52<1.2.1 | |
| Nginx | =1.3.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-4963?
CVE-2011-4963 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How can I mitigate CVE-2011-4963?
To mitigate CVE-2011-4963, upgrade nginx to version 1.3.1 or later, or 1.2.1 or later.
What types of attacks does CVE-2011-4963 allow?
CVE-2011-4963 allows remote attackers to bypass access controls and access restricted files.
Which versions of nginx are affected by CVE-2011-4963?
CVE-2011-4963 affects nginx versions before 1.3.1 and 1.2.1, specifically 1.3.0 and earlier.
Can CVE-2011-4963 affect Windows installations of nginx?
Yes, CVE-2011-4963 can affect nginx installations running on Windows versions prior to the security updates.
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