Apache HTTP Server Improper Escaping of Output Vulnerability

Description

Apache HTTP Server contains an improper escaping of output vulnerability in mod_rewrite that allows an attacker to map URLs to filesystem locations that are permitted to be served by the server but are not intentionally/directly reachable by any URL, resulting in code execution or source code disclosure.

Required Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

References

• This vulnerability affects a common open-source component, third-party library, or a protocol used by different products. Please check with specific vendors for information on patching status. For more information, please see: https://httpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.html
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-38475

Additional Information

Catalog Version

2025.05.01

Catalog Released

May 1, 2025

Days Until Due

0 days

Last Updated

4 months, 1 week ago