CVE-2003-1171 describes a heap-based buffer overflow in the sec_filter_out function of mod_security versions 1.7RC1 through 1.7.1 for Apache 2. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending a large amount of data via a server-side script. With a CVSS score of 7.5, it is considered highly severe due to its network attack vector, low attack complexity, and potential for full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion or media coverage surrounding this vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.7CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:mod_security:mod_security:1.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.7.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:mod_security:mod_security:1.7.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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