Vulnerability Description
mod_cgi in lighttpd 1.4.18 sends the source code of CGI scripts instead of a 500 error when a fork failure occurs, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lighttpd | Lighttpd | 1.4.18 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-04/msg00005.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29209Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29235Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29268Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29275Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29318Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29622Vendor Advisory
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200803-10.xml
- http://trac.lighttpd.net/trac/changeset/2107
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0106
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1513
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489465/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28100
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0763Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=211956
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1111?
CVE-2008-1111 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). mod_cgi in lighttpd 1.4.18 sends the source code of CGI scripts instead of a 500 error when a fork failure occurs, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2008-1111?
CVE-2008-1111 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-2008-1111?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Lighttpd Lighttpd.