Apache HTTP Server Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in mod_headers and mod_mime

Vulnerability

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability has been identified in Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 prior to 2.4.67. This vulnerability occurs in the 'merge_response_headers' function, where improper handling of multiple response languages can lead to memory access violations. The issue is present when both mod_headers and mod_mime are enabled, and can cause the server to crash.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability leads to a memory access violation, causing the server to crash.

Remediation

Users are advised to upgrade to Apache HTTP Server version 2.4.68, which addresses this vulnerability.

Added: Jun 8, 2026, 5:12 PM
Updated: Jun 8, 2026, 5:12 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.4
impact
0.6
exploitability
7.2
remediation
7.7
relevance
9.6
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
4.2

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