Security Bulletin: Potential Security exposure in IBM HTTP Server CVE-2013-1896 PM89996

Abstract

Potential Security exposure in IBM HTTP Server for WebSphere Application Server

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VULNERABILITY DETAILS:

CVE ID:CVE-2013-1896******

DESCRIPTION: **IBM HTTP Server may be vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by a malicious request when using the optional mod_dav module.

CVSS: _

CVSS Base Score: 4.3
CVSS Temporal Score: See _https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/85574 for the current score
CVSS Environmental Score*: Undefined
CVSS String: (AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P)**

VERSIONS AFFECTED: **This problem affects the IBM HTTP Server component in all editions of WebSphere Application Server and bundling products:
· Version 8.5
· Version 8
· Version 7
· Version 6.1

**REMEDIATION:**The recommended solution is to apply the Fix Pack or PTF for each named product as soon as practical

**Fix:Apply a Fix Pack or PTF containing this APAR PM89996, as noted below:

For affected IBM HTTP Server for WebSphere Application Server:**

For V8.5.0.0 through 8.5.5.0 Full Profile:

• Apply Interim Fix PM89996

--OR–

• Apply Fix Pack 8.5.5.1 or later.

** For V8.0 through 8.0.0.6:**

• Apply Interim Fix PM89996

--OR–

• Apply Fix Pack 8.0.0.7 or later.

For V7.0.0.0 through 7.0.0.29:

• Apply Interim Fix PM89996

--OR–

• Apply Fix Pack 7.0.0.31 or later.

For V6.1.0.0 through 6.1.0.45:

• Apply Interim Fix PM89996

--OR–

• Apply Fix Pack 6.1.0.47 or later.

· Workaround(s): None

· Mitigation(s): Do not use optional mod_dav module.

**Important note:**IBM strongly suggests that all System z customers be subscribed to the System z Security Portal to receive the latest critical System z security and integrity service. If you are not subscribed, see the instructions on the System z Security web site. Security and integrity APARs and associated fixes will be posted to this portal. IBM suggests reviewing the CVSS scores and applying all security or integrity fixes as soon as possible to minimize any potential risk.

For additional details and information on WebSphere Application Server product updates:

• For Distributed, see Recommended fixes for WebSphere Application Server.

REFERENCES:_
_· _Complete CVSS Guide __
_· _On-line Calculator V2 _

CHANGE HISTORY:

• 26 August 2013: Original copy published
• 18 September 2013: updated Xforce Database Link

_*The CVSS Environment Score is customer environment specific and will ultimately impact the Overall CVSS Score. Customers can evaluate the impact of this vulnerability in their environments by accessing the links in the Reference section of this Flash. _

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Note: _According to the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST), the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) is an “industry open standard designed to convey vulnerability severity and help to determine urgency and priority of response.” IBM PROVIDES THE CVSS SCORES “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CUSTOMERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF ANY ACTUAL OR POTENTIAL SECURITY VULNERABILITY.

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