CVE-2021-41773: Apache HTTP Server Path Traversal Vulnerability

CVE ID

CVE-2021-41773

Vulnerability Name

Apache HTTP Server Path Traversal Vulnerability

• Project: Apache
• Product: HTTP Server

Date

• Date Added: 2021-11-03
• Due Date: 2021-11-17

Description

Apache HTTP Server contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows an attacker to perform remote code execution if files outside directories configured by Alias-like directives are not under default �require all denied� or if CGI scripts are enabled. The original patch issued under this CVE ID is insufficient, please review remediation information under CVE-2021-42013.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Known

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-41773

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