What is CVE-2006-20001?

CVE-2006-20001 is a moderate severity vulnerability affecting Apache HTTP Server 2.4.54 and earlier versions. This issue can potentially result in denial of service, impacting systems running the affected versions of Apache HTTP Server on all architectures. By addressing this vulnerability, organizations can better protect their systems and maintain a secure environment for their users.

Who is impacted by this?

Users of Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.54 and earlier are impacted by CVE-2006-20001. This vulnerability can lead to denial of service, making it important for users to upgrade to a more secure version.

What to do if CVE-2006-20001 affected you

If you're affected by the CVE-2006-20001 vulnerability, it's crucial to take action to protect your systems. The best course of action is to upgrade to a more secure version of Apache HTTP Server. Follow these simple steps:

1. Sync your system by running the command: emerge --sync

2. Upgrade to the latest secure version by running the command: emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=www-servers/apache-2.4.56"

Is this in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog?

The CVE-2006-20001 vulnerability is not listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. This moderate severity issue affects Apache HTTP Server 2.4.54 and earlier versions, potentially causing denial of service. To address this vulnerability, it is recommended to upgrade to a more secure version of the server.

Weakness Enumeration

The weakness enumeration for this vulnerability is categorized as CWE-787, an out-of-bounds write issue affecting Apache HTTP Server.

Learn More

To gain a comprehensive understanding of this issue, including its description, severity, technical details, and affected software configurations, refer to the NVD page and the resources listed below.

• Apache HTTP Server 2.4 Vulnerabilities

• Gentoo Security Advisory: Apache HTTPD Multiple Vulnerabilities