CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-4836

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The HTTP/1.1 connector in Apache Tomcat 4.1.15 through 4.1.40 does not reject NULL bytes in a URL when allowLinking is configured, allowing remote attackers to read JSP source files and obtain sensitive information.

Risk Assessment

The organization is at risk of source code disclosure for JSP applications, potentially exposing business logic, passwords, or other sensitive data.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade Apache Tomcat to version 4.1.41 or later, which includes a fix for this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

The HTTP/1.1 connector in Apache Tomcat 4.1.15 through 4.1.40 does not reject NULL bytes in a URL when allowLinking is configured, which allows remote attackers to read JSP source files and obtain sensitive information.

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