CVE-2007-3949

CVE-2007-3949 is a high-severity vulnerability in Lighttpd with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

mod_access.c in lighttpd 1.4.15 ignores trailing / (slash) characters in the URL, which allows remote attackers to bypass url.access-deny settings.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-3949?
mod_access.c in lighttpd 1.4.15 ignores trailing / (slash) characters in the URL, which allows remote attackers to bypass url.access-deny settings.
How severe is CVE-2007-3949?
CVE-2007-3949 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.3, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-3949 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-3949?
CVE-2007-3949 affects Lighttpd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3949?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-3949 published?
CVE-2007-3949 was published on 2007-07-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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