Vulnerability Description
mod_wsgi module before 3.4 for Apache, when used in embedded mode, might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via the Content-Type header which is generated from memory that may have been freed and then overwritten by a separate thread.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Modwsgi | Mod Wsgi | < 3.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.dscpl.com.au/2014/05/security-release-for-modwsgi-version-35.htmlRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- http://modwsgi.readthedocs.org/en/latest/release-notes/version-3.4.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/21/1Mailing List
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67534Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://blog.dscpl.com.au/2014/05/security-release-for-modwsgi-version-35.htmlRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- http://modwsgi.readthedocs.org/en/latest/release-notes/version-3.4.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/21/1Mailing List
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67534Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-0242?
CVE-2014-0242 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). mod_wsgi module before 3.4 for Apache, when used in embedded mode, might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via the Content-Type header which is generated from memory that may have...
How severe is CVE-2014-0242?
CVE-2014-0242 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-0242?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Modwsgi Mod Wsgi.