CVE-2013-4365: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Oct 17 2013(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the fcgid_header_bucket_read function in fcgid_bucket.c in the mod_fcgid module before 2.3.9 for the Apache HTTP Server allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via unknown vectors.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Mod IMAP | <2.3.9 | |
| Apache Http Server | ||
| Debian | =6.0 | |
| Debian | =7.0 | |
| SUSE Cloud | =1.0 | |
| SUSE Cloud | =2.0 | |
| openSUSE | =11.4 | |
| openSUSE | =12.2 | |
| openSUSE | =12.3 | |
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Software Development Kit | =11-sp2 | |
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Software Development Kit | =11-sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2013-11/msg00011.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-10/msg00055.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-10/msg00059.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-11/msg00024.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/55197
- http://svn.apache.org/viewvc?view=revision&revision=1527362
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2778
- http://www.mail-archive.com/dev@httpd.apache.org/msg58077.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/62939
- http://www.mail-archive.com/dev%40httpd.apache.org/msg58077.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4365?
CVE-2013-4365 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation causing a buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4365?
To fix CVE-2013-4365, upgrade the mod_fcgid module to version 2.3.9 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-4365?
CVE-2013-4365 affects versions of the mod_fcgid module prior to 2.3.9 and various Debian and openSUSE distributions.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2013-4365?
Exploiting CVE-2013-4365 could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or crash the affected Apache server.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-4365?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2013-4365 may include disabling the affected mod_fcgid module until an upgrade can be performed.
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