SB2018012923 - Inconsistent interpretation of HTTP requests in Debian Linux



SB2018012923 - Inconsistent interpretation of HTTP requests in Debian Linux

Published: January 29, 2018 Updated: August 8, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2018012923
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Inconsistent interpretation of HTTP requests (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-10711)

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Apsis Pound before 2.8a allows request smuggling via crafted headers, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-3751.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.