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Short Name |
HTTP:APACHE:SERVER-MODPROXY-DOS |
|---|---|
Severity |
Major |
Recommended |
No |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Apache HTTP Server mod_proxy Denial of Service |
Release Date |
2015/06/12 |
Update Number |
2504 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-11.4+, srx-12.1+, srx-branch-12.1+, vmx-17.4+, vsrx-12.1+, vsrx3bsd-18.2+ |
HTTP: Apache HTTP Server mod_proxy Denial of Service
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Apache HTTP server. The vulnerability exists in the mod_proxy module and is due to an error handling malformed HTTP headers. A remote, unauthenticated attacker can leverage this vulnerability by sending a malicious request to the target server. Successful exploitation would result in a denial of service condition on the target.
Extended Description
Per vendor advisory http://httpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.html "A flaw was found in mod_proxy in httpd versions 2.4.6 to 2.4.9."
Affected Products
- Apache http_server 2.4.6
- Apache http_server 2.4.7
- Apache http_server 2.4.8
- Apache http_server 2.4.9
- Apple mac_os_x 10.10.2
References
- CVE: CVE-2014-0117