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CVE-2014-0231

UnknownEPSS 43.81%

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CVE-2014-0231 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mod_cgid module in the Apache HTTP Server before 2.4.10 does not have a timeout mechanism, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process hang) via a request to a CGI script that does not read from its stdin file descriptor.. EPSS estimates a 43.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The mod_cgid module in the Apache HTTP Server before 2.4.10 does not have a timeout mechanism, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process hang) via a request to a CGI script that does not read from its stdin file descriptor.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
43.81%

98.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ApacheHttp Server>= 2.2.0, < 2.2.29
ApacheHttp Server>= 2.4.0, < 2.4.10

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-0231?
The mod_cgid module in the Apache HTTP Server before 2.4.10 does not have a timeout mechanism, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process hang) via a request to a CGI script that does not read from its stdin file descriptor.
How severe is CVE-2014-0231?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-0231 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 43.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0231?
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