REDHAT-BUG-2374578: Medium severity Apache HTTP Server vulnerability

Published Jun 24, 2025
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Updated

In certain proxy configurations, a denial of service attack against Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.26 through to 2.4.63 can be triggered by untrusted clients causing an assertion in modproxyhttp2. Configurations affected are a reverse proxy is configured for an HTTP/2 backend, with ProxyPreserveHost set to \"on\"

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache HTTP Server>=2.4.26<=2.4.63

Event History

Jun 24, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·01:41 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2374578?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2374578 is considered to be high due to the potential for denial of service attacks.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2374578?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2374578, update Apache HTTP Server to a version beyond 2.4.63 or ensure that the configuration does not allow untrusted clients.

3

What versions of Apache HTTP Server are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2374578?

Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.26 through 2.4.63 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2374578.

4

What configurations are vulnerable in REDHAT-BUG-2374578?

Redhat-BUG-2374578 affects configurations where a reverse proxy is set up for an HTTP/2 backend.

5

What type of attack does REDHAT-BUG-2374578 expose systems to?

REDHAT-BUG-2374578 exposes systems to denial of service attacks due to assertions triggered by untrusted clients.

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