Vulnerability Description
Apache Tomcat 7.0.0 through 7.0.6 and 6.0.0 through 6.0.30 does not enforce the maxHttpHeaderSize limit for requests involving the NIO HTTP connector, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (OutOfMemoryError) via a crafted request.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Tomcat | 7.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-04/msg00000.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=139344343412337&w=2
- http://osvdb.org/70809
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43192
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45022
- http://secunia.com/advisories/57126
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/8074
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002
- http://support.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5098550.
- http://tomcat.apache.org/security-6.html#Fixed_in_Apache_Tomcat_6.0.32PatchVendor Advisory
- http://tomcat.apache.org/security-7.html#Fixed_in_Apache_Tomcat_7.0.8_%28release
- http://www.debian.org/security/2011/dsa-2160
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/516214/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46164
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0534?
CVE-2011-0534 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Apache Tomcat 7.0.0 through 7.0.6 and 6.0.0 through 6.0.30 does not enforce the maxHttpHeaderSize limit for requests involving the NIO HTTP connector, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial o...
How severe is CVE-2011-0534?
CVE-2011-0534 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-2011-0534?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Tomcat.