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CVE-2026-28780: Heap-based buffer overflow in Apache HTTP Server mod_proxy_ajp

Heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in mod_proxy_ajp of Apache HTTP Server. If mod_proxy_ajp connects to a malicious AJP server this AJP server can send a malicious AJP message back to mod_proxy_...

Summary

ParameterValue
CVE IDCVE-2026-28780
Alert SourceGitHub Advisory - Critical Vulnerability
CVE Publication Year2026
Date Published2026-05-06
VendorApache
ProductHTTP Server
CVSS Score9.8 (critical)
EPSS Score0.0% (percentile: 5%)
CISA KEVNo
RansomwareNot confirmed

Vulnerability Description

Heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in mod_proxy_ajp of Apache HTTP Server. If mod_proxy_ajp connects to a malicious AJP server this AJP server can send a malicious AJP message back to mod_proxy_ajp and cause it to write 4 attacker controlled bytes after the end of a heap based buffer.

This issue affects Apache HTTP Server: through 2.4.66.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.67, which fixes the issue.

Required Actions

Apply vendor patches or mitigations as soon as available.

Who Is Affected?

This vulnerability affects HTTP Server by Apache. Check if your organization uses this software and requires updates.

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