CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-1157

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in the mod_ssl Apache module 2.8.9 and earlier, when UseCanonicalName is off and wildcard DNS is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute script as other web site visitors.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to hijack user sessions or steal data, potentially leading to serious security breaches within the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the mod_ssl module to the latest version and enable the UseCanonicalName option to minimize the risk of XSS attacks.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in the mod_ssl Apache module 2.8.9 and earlier, when UseCanonicalName is off and wildcard DNS is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute script as other web site visitors, via the server name in an HTTPS response on the SSL port, which is used in a self-referencing URL, a different vulnerability than CAN-2002-0840.

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