CVE-1999-0071 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

A buffer overflow in Apache httpd allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via crafted cookies.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-1999-0071?

CVE-1999-0071 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Apache Http Server, published on 29 Sep 1999. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Apache httpd cookie buffer overflow for versions 1.1.1 and earlier.

Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0071?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apache Http Server.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0071?

No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0071 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-1999-0071 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-0071 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-p447-539v-x2j8.

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