CVE-2024-38476

CVE-2024-38476 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Apache Http Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 42% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-829.

Key facts

Description

Vulnerability in core of Apache HTTP Server 2.4.59 and earlier are vulnerably to information disclosure, SSRF or local script execution via backend applications whose response headers are malicious or exploitable. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.60, which fixes this issue.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-38476?
Vulnerability in core of Apache HTTP Server 2.4.59 and earlier are vulnerably to information disclosure, SSRF or local script execution via backend applications whose response headers are malicious or exploitable. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.60, which fixes this issue.
How severe is CVE-2024-38476?
CVE-2024-38476 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-38476 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 42% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-38476?
CVE-2024-38476 primarily affects Apache Http Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38476?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-38476 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-38476 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-37357.
When was CVE-2024-38476 published?
CVE-2024-38476 was published on 2024-07-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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