Vulnerability Description
The mod_php module for the Apache HTTP Server allows local users with write access to PHP scripts to send signals to the server's process group and use the server's file descriptors, as demonstrated by sending a STOP signal, then intercepting incoming connections on the server's TCP port. NOTE: the PHP developer has disputed this vulnerability, saying "The opened file descriptors are opened by Apache. It is the job of Apache to protect them ... Not a bug in PHP.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Http Server | 2.0 |
References
- http://bugs.php.net/38915Exploit
- http://hackerdom.ru/~dimmo/phpexpl.cExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/348368ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/449234/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/449298/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9302Exploit
- http://bugs.php.net/38915Exploit
- http://hackerdom.ru/~dimmo/phpexpl.cExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/348368ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/449234/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/449298/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9302Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-1307?
CVE-2003-1307 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The mod_php module for the Apache HTTP Server allows local users with write access to PHP scripts to send signals to the server's process group and use the server's file descriptors, as demonstrated b...
How severe is CVE-2003-1307?
CVE-2003-1307 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-1307?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Http Server.