CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0653

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

An off-by-one buffer overflow in the ssl_compat_directive function allows local users to execute arbitrary code as the Apache server user via .htaccess files with long entries. This issue affects mod_ssl version 2.8.9 and earlier.

Risk Assessment

The organization may be exposed to unauthorized code execution, leading to serious security breaches and data loss. Exploitation of this vulnerability could also result in gaining control over the Apache server.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the mod_ssl module to the latest version to eliminate this vulnerability. Additionally, access to .htaccess files should be restricted and their content monitored.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Off-by-one buffer overflow in the ssl_compat_directive function, as called by the rewrite_command hook for mod_ssl Apache module 2.8.9 and earlier, allows local users to execute arbitrary code as the Apache server user via .htaccess files with long entries.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS