Vulnerability Description
Apache Traffic Server 2.0.x and 3.0.x before 3.0.4 and 3.1.x before 3.1.3 does not properly allocate heap memory, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a long HTTP Host header.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Traffic Server | 2.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-03/0118.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2012/Mar/260
- http://trafficserver.apache.org/downloadsPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52696
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026847
- https://www.cert.fi/en/reports/2012/vulnerability612884.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-03/0118.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2012/Mar/260
- http://trafficserver.apache.org/downloadsPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52696
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026847
- https://www.cert.fi/en/reports/2012/vulnerability612884.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0256?
CVE-2012-0256 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Apache Traffic Server 2.0.x and 3.0.x before 3.0.4 and 3.1.x before 3.1.3 does not properly allocate heap memory, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a long H...
How severe is CVE-2012-0256?
CVE-2012-0256 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-2012-0256?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Traffic Server.