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CVE-2003-1307

UnknownEPSS 1.60%

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CVE-2003-1307 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mod_php module for the Apache HTTP Server allows local users with write access to PHP scripts to send signals to the server's process group and use the server's file descriptors, as demonstrated by sending a STOP signal, then intercepting incoming connections on the server's TCP port. NOTE: the PHP developer has disputed this vulnerability, saying "The opened file descriptors are opened by Apache. EPSS estimates a 1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The mod_php module for the Apache HTTP Server allows local users with write access to PHP scripts to send signals to the server's process group and use the server's file descriptors, as demonstrated by sending a STOP signal, then intercepting incoming connections on the server's TCP port. NOTE: the PHP developer has disputed this vulnerability, saying "The opened file descriptors are opened by Apache. It is the job of Apache to protect them ... Not a bug in PHP.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.60%

72.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
ApacheHttp Server2.0—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.9—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.28—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.32—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.34Beta
ApacheHttp Server2.0.35—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.36—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.37—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.38—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.39—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.40—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.41—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.42—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.43—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.44—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.45—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.46—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.47—
ApacheHttp Server2.0.48—

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-1307?
The mod_php module for the Apache HTTP Server allows local users with write access to PHP scripts to send signals to the server's process group and use the server's file descriptors, as demonstrated by sending a STOP signal, then intercepting incoming connections on the server's TCP port. NOTE: the PHP developer has disputed this vulnerability, saying "The opened file descriptors are opened by Apache. It is the job of Apache to protect them ... Not a bug in PHP.
How severe is CVE-2003-1307?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-1307 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1307?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST