CVE-2024-38475—Apache HTTP Server Improper Escaping of Output Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

Apache HTTP Server Improper Escaping of Output Vulnerability

Description

Apache HTTP Server contains an improper escaping of output vulnerability in mod_rewrite that allows an attacker to map URLs to filesystem locations that are permitted to be served by the server but are not intentionally/directly reachable by any URL, resulting in code execution or source code disclosure.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

• This vulnerability affects a common open-source component, third-party library, or a protocol used by different products. Please check with specific vendors for information on patching status. For more information, please see: https://httpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.html
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-38475

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Related Weaknesses

• CWE-116