CVE-2010-0408

CVE-2010-0408 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apache Http Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 21% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

The ap_proxy_ajp_request function in mod_proxy_ajp.c in mod_proxy_ajp in the Apache HTTP Server 2.2.x before 2.2.15 does not properly handle certain situations in which a client sends no request body, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (backend server outage) via a crafted request, related to use of a 500 error code instead of the appropriate 400 error code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-0408?
The ap_proxy_ajp_request function in mod_proxy_ajp.c in mod_proxy_ajp in the Apache HTTP Server 2.2.x before 2.2.15 does not properly handle certain situations in which a client sends no request body, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (backend server outage) via a crafted request, related to use of a 500 error code instead of the appropriate 400 error code.
How severe is CVE-2010-0408?
CVE-2010-0408 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2010-0408 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 21% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-0408?
CVE-2010-0408 primarily affects Apache Http Server. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-0408?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2010-0408 published?
CVE-2010-0408 was published on 2010-03-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (12)

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