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CVE-2016-2161

UnknownEPSS 20.95%

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CVE-2016-2161 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 to 2.4.23, malicious input to mod_auth_digest can cause the server to crash, and each instance continues to crash even for subsequently valid requests.. EPSS estimates a 20.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 to 2.4.23, malicious input to mod_auth_digest can cause the server to crash, and each instance continues to crash even for subsequently valid requests.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
20.95%

97.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ApacheHttp Server2.4.0
ApacheHttp Server2.4.1
ApacheHttp Server2.4.2
ApacheHttp Server2.4.3
ApacheHttp Server2.4.6
ApacheHttp Server2.4.7
ApacheHttp Server2.4.8
ApacheHttp Server2.4.9
ApacheHttp Server2.4.10
ApacheHttp Server2.4.12
ApacheHttp Server2.4.14
ApacheHttp Server2.4.16
ApacheHttp Server2.4.19
ApacheHttp Server2.4.20
ApacheHttp Server2.4.21
ApacheHttp Server2.4.22
ApacheHttp Server2.4.23

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2161?
In Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 to 2.4.23, malicious input to mod_auth_digest can cause the server to crash, and each instance continues to crash even for subsequently valid requests.
How severe is CVE-2016-2161?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2161 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 20.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2161?
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