Vulnerability Description
fcgid_spawn_ctl.c in the mod_fcgid module 2.3.6 for the Apache HTTP Server does not recognize the FcgidMaxProcessesPerClass directive for a virtual host, which makes it easier for remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a series of HTTP requests that triggers a process count higher than the intended limit.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Http Server | 2.3.6 |
| Apache | Mod Fcgid | 2.3.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=615814
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2436
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/15/10
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/16/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52565
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74181
- https://issues.apache.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=49902Patch
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=615814
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2436
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/15/10
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/16/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52565
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74181
- https://issues.apache.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=49902Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-1181?
CVE-2012-1181 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). fcgid_spawn_ctl.c in the mod_fcgid module 2.3.6 for the Apache HTTP Server does not recognize the FcgidMaxProcessesPerClass directive for a virtual host, which makes it easier for remote attackers to ...
How severe is CVE-2012-1181?
CVE-2012-1181 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-2012-1181?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Http Server, Apache Mod Fcgid.