CVE-2020-13938: Improper Handling of Insufficient Privileges

Published Jun 10, 2021
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Updated

Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 to 2.4.46 Unprivileged local users can stop httpd on Windows

Affected Software

17 affected components
Apache HTTP Server>=2.4.0<=2.4.46
Microsoft Windows
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator<5.10.0
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_1
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_10
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_11
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_12
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_2
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_3
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_4
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_5
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_6
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_7
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_8
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=5.10.0-update_9
NetApp Cloud Backup

Event History

Jun 10, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:10 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:10 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-13938?

The severity of CVE-2020-13938 is medium.

2

How can unprivileged local users stop httpd on Windows?

Unprivileged local users can stop httpd on Windows by exploiting CVE-2020-13938.

3

Which versions of Apache HTTP Server are affected by CVE-2020-13938?

Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 to 2.4.46 are affected by CVE-2020-13938.

4

How do I fix CVE-2020-13938?

To fix CVE-2020-13938, upgrade Apache HTTP Server to version 2.4.47 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-13938?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-13938 on the Apache HTTP Server website and the McAfee website.

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