CVE-1999-0067

CVSS 2.0 Score 10 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Mar 20, 1996
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
CWE ID 78

Summary

CVE-1999-0067 is a vulnerability affecting the phf CGI (Common Gateway Interface) program. Malicious actors can exploit this weakness by inserting shell metacharacters into input fields, allowing them to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system. This issue poses a significant risk, as an attacker gaining command line access can install malware, steal sensitive data, or cause system damage. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to update or replace the phf CGI program with a secure alternative.

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Affected Products

  • Apache Software Foundation Apache HTTP Server

Affected Vendors

  • Apache Software Foundation