CVE-2024-38476: http server — Fix

Description

Vulnerability in core of Apache HTTP Server 2.4.59 and earlier are vulnerably to information disclosure, SSRF or local script execution via backend applications whose response headers are malicious or exploitable. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.60, which fixes this issue.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-829 CWE-829

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
apache	http_server	2.4.0 — 2.4.60
netapp	clustered_data_ontap	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://httpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.html https://httpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.html

Other References

https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20240712-0001/ http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Oct/11 http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/01/9 https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20240712-0001/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-38476? +

Vulnerability in core of Apache HTTP Server 2.4.59 and earlier are vulnerably to information disclosure, SSRF or local script execution via backend applications whose response headers are malicious or exploitable. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.60, which fixes this issue. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-38476? +

CVE-2024-38476 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-38476? +

CVE-2024-38476 affects products from apache, netapp, specifically: clustered_data_ontap, http_server. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-38476? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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