CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-3167

Critical
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

In Apache httpd versions 2.2.x before 2.2.33 and 2.4.x before 2.4.26, the use of ap_get_basic_auth_pw() by third-party modules outside of the authentication phase may lead to authentication requirements being bypassed.

Risk Assessment

Organizations may be exposed to unauthorized access, potentially leading to data breaches or other serious security incidents.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Apache httpd to the latest version to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

Original NVD description (English source)

In Apache httpd 2.2.x before 2.2.33 and 2.4.x before 2.4.26, use of the ap_get_basic_auth_pw() by third-party modules outside of the authentication phase may lead to authentication requirements being bypassed.

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