CVE-2016-1546
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CVE-2016-1546 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Apache HTTP Server 2.4.17 and 2.4.18, when mod_http2 is enabled, does not limit the number of simultaneous stream workers for a single HTTP/2 connection, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stream-processing outage) via modified flow-control windows.. EPSS estimates a 15.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Apache HTTP Server 2.4.17 and 2.4.18, when mod_http2 is enabled, does not limit the number of simultaneous stream workers for a single HTTP/2 connection, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stream-processing outage) via modified flow-control windows.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Http Server | 2.4.17 |
| Apache | Http Server | 2.4.18 |
References
- http://httpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://httpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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