REDHAT-BUG-2465299: Null Pointer Dereference

Published May 4, 2026
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Updated

A NULL pointer dereference in the modauthnsocache in Apache HTTP Server 2.4.66 and earlier allows an unauthenticated remote user to crash a child process in a caching forward proxy configuration.

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

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Apache HTTP Server 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-2465299?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2465299 is medium, rated at 4.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2465299?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2465299, users should upgrade to Apache HTTP Server version 2.4.67.

3

What causes REDHAT-BUG-2465299?

REDHAT-BUG-2465299 is caused by a NULL pointer dereference in the mod_authn_socache of Apache HTTP Server 2.4.66 and earlier.

4

What are the risks associated with REDHAT-BUG-2465299?

The risks associated with REDHAT-BUG-2465299 include the potential for an unauthenticated remote user to crash a child process in a caching forward proxy configuration.

5

What versions of Apache HTTP Server are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2465299?

Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.66 and earlier are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2465299.

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