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mod_ssl contains a format string vulnerability in the ssl_log() function

Vulnerability Note VU#303448

Original Release Date: 2004-07-19 | Last Revised: 2004-07-19

Overview

There is a format string vulnerability in the ssl_log() function of the mod_ssl module that could allow an attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code.

Description

mod_ssl is an Apache module that provides Secure Sockets Layer (SSL v2/v3) and Transport Layer Security (TLS v1) protocol support. There is a format string vulnerability in way the ssl_log() function of the mod_ssl module handles hostnames. By supplying a specially crafted hostname value in an HTTPS request, a remote, unauthenticated attacker could trigger this vulnerability. Please note, the hostname provided would have to exist in the zone.

Impact

A remote, unauthenticated attacker could potentially execute arbitrary code on an affected system.

Solution

Upgrade

Upgrade to version 2.8.19-1.3.31. Alternatively, apply the appropriate patch or upgrade as specified by your vendor.

Vendor Information

303448
 

Mod_ssl Affected

Updated:  July 19, 2004

Status

Affected

Vendor Statement

We have not received a statement from the vendor.

Vendor Information

The vendor has not provided us with any further information regarding this vulnerability.

Addendum

The CERT/CC has no additional comments at this time.

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Acknowledgements

This vulnerability was reported by Secunia.

This document was written by Damon Morda.

Other Information

CVE IDs: None
Severity Metric: 6.04
Date Public: 2004-07-16
Date First Published: 2004-07-19
Date Last Updated: 2004-07-19 16:57 UTC
Document Revision: 9

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