REDHAT-BUG-2465293: Medium severity Apache HTTP Server vulnerability

Published May 4, 2026
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Updated

A timing attack against modauthdigest in Apache HTTP Server 2.4.66 allows a bypass of Digest authentication by a remote attacker.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.67, which fixes this issue.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache HTTP Server>2.4.66<=2.4.67

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Apache HTTP Server mod_auth_digest to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.4.67

Event History

May 4, 2026
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·03:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2465293?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2465293 is rated as medium with a score of 4.

2

What is the nature of the vulnerability REDHAT-BUG-2465293?

REDHAT-BUG-2465293 is a timing attack against mod_auth_digest in Apache HTTP Server 2.4.66 that allows a bypass of Digest authentication.

3

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2465293?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2465293, users are recommended to upgrade to Apache HTTP Server version 2.4.67.

4

Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2465293?

Users of Apache HTTP Server version 2.4.66 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2465293.

5

When was REDHAT-BUG-2465293 published?

REDHAT-BUG-2465293 was published on May 4, 2026.

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