Vulnerability Description
The authentication module for Apache 2.0.40 through 2.0.45 on Unix does not properly handle threads safely when using the crypt_r or crypt functions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (failed Basic authentication with valid usernames and passwords) when a threaded MPM is used.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Http Server | 2.0.40 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000661
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105418115512559&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/8881
- http://www.apache.org/dist/httpd/Announcement2.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/479268US Government Resource
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-186.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/7725
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/12091
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/54a42d4b01968df1117cea77fc53d6beb931c0e0593
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/5df9bfb86a3b054bb985a45ff9250b0332c9ecc181e
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r0276683d8e1e07153fc8642618830ac0ade85b9ae0
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r2cb985de917e7da0848c440535f65a247754db8b21
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r5001ecf3d6b2bdd0b732e527654248abb264f08390
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r5f9c22f9c28adbd9f00556059edc7b03a5d5bb71d4
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r7035b7c9091c4b665a3b7205364775410646f12125
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0189?
CVE-2003-0189 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The authentication module for Apache 2.0.40 through 2.0.45 on Unix does not properly handle threads safely when using the crypt_r or crypt functions, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of...
How severe is CVE-2003-0189?
CVE-2003-0189 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-2003-0189?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Http Server.