Vulnerability Description
The HTTP/1.1 connector in Apache Tomcat 4.1.15 through 4.1.40 does not reject NULL bytes in a URL when allowLinking is configured, which allows remote attackers to read JSP source files and obtain sensitive information.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Tomcat | 4.1.15 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://tomcat.apache.org/security-4.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28483
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/29dc6c2b625789e70a9c4756b5a327e6547273ff8bd
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/c62b0e3a7bf23342352a5810c640a94b6db69957c5c
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/rb71997f506c6cc8b530dd845c084995a9878098846
- http://tomcat.apache.org/security-4.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28483
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/29dc6c2b625789e70a9c4756b5a327e6547273ff8bd
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/c62b0e3a7bf23342352a5810c640a94b6db69957c5c
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/rb71997f506c6cc8b530dd845c084995a9878098846
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-4836?
CVE-2005-4836 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The HTTP/1.1 connector in Apache Tomcat 4.1.15 through 4.1.40 does not reject NULL bytes in a URL when allowLinking is configured, which allows remote attackers to read JSP source files and obtain sen...
How severe is CVE-2005-4836?
CVE-2005-4836 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-4836?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Tomcat.