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CVE-2004-0493

UnknownEPSS 84.78%

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CVE-2004-0493 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ap_get_mime_headers_core function in Apache httpd 2.0.49 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion), and possibly an integer signedness error leading to a heap-based buffer overflow on 64 bit systems, via long header lines with large numbers of space or tab characters.. EPSS estimates a 84.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The ap_get_mime_headers_core function in Apache httpd 2.0.49 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion), and possibly an integer signedness error leading to a heap-based buffer overflow on 64 bit systems, via long header lines with large numbers of space or tab characters.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
84.78%

99.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AvayaConverged Communications Server2.0
GentooLinux1.4
TrustixSecure Linux1.5
TrustixSecure Linux2.0
TrustixSecure Linux2.1
ApacheHttp Server2.0.47
ApacheHttp Server2.0.48
ApacheHttp Server2.0.49
IbmHttp Server2.0.42
IbmHttp Server2.0.42.1
IbmHttp Server2.0.42.2
IbmHttp Server2.0.47
IbmHttp Server2.0.47.1
AvayaS8300r2.0.0
AvayaS8500r2.0.0
AvayaS8700r2.0.0

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-0493?
The ap_get_mime_headers_core function in Apache httpd 2.0.49 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion), and possibly an integer signedness error leading to a heap-based buffer overflow on 64 bit systems, via long header lines with large numbers of space or tab characters.
How severe is CVE-2004-0493?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0493 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 84.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0493?
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