USN-6885-3: Apache HTTP Server vulnerabilities

Published Sep 18, 2024
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Updated

USN-6885-1 fixed several vulnerabilities in Apache. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 16.04 LTS and Ubuntu 18.04 LTS. Original advisory details: Orange Tsai discovered that the Apache HTTP Server modrewrite module incorrectly handled certain substitutions. A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to execute scripts in directories not directly reachable by any URL, or cause a denial of service. Some environments may require using the new UnsafeAllow3F flag to handle unsafe substitutions. (CVE-2024-38474, CVE-2024-38475) Orange Tsai discovered that the Apache HTTP Server incorrectly handled certain response headers. A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to obtain sensitive information, execute local scripts, or perform SSRF attacks. (CVE-2024-38476) Orange Tsai discovered that the Apache HTTP Server modproxy module incorrectly handled certain requests. A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to cause the server to crash, resulting in a denial of service. (CVE-2024-38477)

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
ubuntu/apache2<2.4.29-1ubuntu4.27+esm3
2.4.29-1ubuntu4.27+esm3
Ubuntu Ubuntu=18.04
All of the following
ubuntu/apache2<2.4.18-2ubuntu3.17+esm13
2.4.18-2ubuntu3.17+esm13
Ubuntu Ubuntu=16.04

Event History

Sep 18, 2024
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of USN-6885-3?

The severity of USN-6885-3 is critical due to vulnerabilities in the Apache HTTP Server that could allow for improper handling of certain substitutions.

2

How do I fix USN-6885-3?

To fix USN-6885-3, update the Apache2 package to version 2.4.29-1ubuntu4.27+esm3 for Ubuntu 18.04 LTS and 2.4.18-2ubuntu3.17+esm13 for Ubuntu 16.04 LTS.

3

What vulnerabilities are addressed in USN-6885-3?

USN-6885-3 addresses multiple vulnerabilities related to the handling of substitutions in the mod_rewrite module of the Apache HTTP Server.

4

Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-6885-3?

USN-6885-3 affects Ubuntu 16.04 LTS and Ubuntu 18.04 LTS.

5

Who discovered the vulnerabilities related to USN-6885-3?

The vulnerabilities addressed in USN-6885-3 were discovered by researcher Orange Tsai.

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