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MEDIUM · 5.0

CVE-1999-0678

A default configuration of Apache on Debian GNU/Linux sets the ServerRoot to /usr/doc, which allows remote users to read documentation files for the entire server.

Vulnerability Description

A default configuration of Apache on Debian GNU/Linux sets the ServerRoot to /usr/doc, which allows remote users to read documentation files for the entire server.

CVSS Score

5.0

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
NONE
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
ApacheHttp Server-
DebianDebian Linux2.1

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0678?

CVE-1999-0678 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). A default configuration of Apache on Debian GNU/Linux sets the ServerRoot to /usr/doc, which allows remote users to read documentation files for the entire server.

How severe is CVE-1999-0678?

CVE-1999-0678 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0678?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Http Server, Debian Debian Linux.