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CVE-2024-40898

7.5 · HIGH

SSRF in Apache HTTP Server on Windows with mod_rewrite in server/vhost context, allows to potentially leak NTML hashes to a malicious server via SSRF and malicious requests.

Published Jul 18, 2024CWE-918EPSS 1.54%

Overview

CVE-2024-40898 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 18, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

SSRF in Apache HTTP Server on Windows with mod_rewrite in server/vhost context, allows to potentially leak NTML hashes to a malicious server via SSRF and malicious requests.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.62 which fixes this issue. 

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refhttpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.htmlRefwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/17/7Refhttpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.htmlRefsecurity.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20240808-0006/

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-40898?

CVE-2024-40898 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 18, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-40898?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-40898?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2024-40898?

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