CVE-2023-26281: IBM HTTP Server denial of service

Published Feb 27, 2023
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Updated

IBM HTTP Server 8.5 used by IBM WebSphere Application Server could allow a remote user to cause a denial of service using a specially crafted URL. IBM X-Force ID: 248296.

Other sources

IBM HTTP Server used by IBM WebSphere Application Server could allow a remote user to cause a denial of service using a specially crafted URL.

Affected Software

8 affected components
IBM HTTP Server<=8.5
IBM HTTP Server=8.5.0.0
HP HP-UX
IBM AIX
IBM Z\/os
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris

Event History

Feb 27, 2023
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 28, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this IBM HTTP Server vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-26281.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-26281?

The severity of CVE-2023-26281 is high, with a score of 7.5.

3

How can a remote user exploit CVE-2023-26281?

A remote user can exploit CVE-2023-26281 by sending a specially crafted URL to the affected IBM HTTP Server.

4

Which versions of IBM HTTP Server are affected by CVE-2023-26281?

IBM HTTP Server version 8.5.0.0 is affected by CVE-2023-26281.

5

Is IBM WebSphere Application Server affected by CVE-2023-26281?

No, IBM WebSphere Application Server is not affected by CVE-2023-26281.

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