Impact
Heap-based buffer overflow in Apache HTTP Server is triggered by malicious backend servers using ProxyPassReverseCookie* directives. The flaw can corrupt data on the server’s heap, potentially allowing an attacker to compromise the integrity of the HTTP server process.
Affected Systems
Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 through 2.4.67 are affected. The vendor recommends upgrading to 2.4.68 or later to address the issue.
Risk and Exploitability
The vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker who controls a backend server that the proxy forwards to. No EPSS score is available and the vulnerability is not listed in CISA KEV, but the CVSS score of 7.5 indicates a high‑severity flaw that requires mitigation. Upgrading to the patched release eliminates the vulnerability.
OpenCVE Enrichment