SB2023021740 - SUSE update for apache2-mod_security2



SB2023021740 - SUSE update for apache2-mod_security2

Published: February 17, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023021740
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) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-24021)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when executing rules that read the FILES_TMP_CONTENT collection. A remote attacker can upload a specially crafted file on the system, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system or bypass implemented WAF protection rules.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.