Description

The Apache Software Foundation has resolved a critical vulnerability in its Apache HTTP Server, identified as CVE-2024-39884. This issue originated from a regression in Apache HTTP Server version 2.4.60, where handling legacy content-type configurations, such as "AddType," could unintentionally expose local content under specific conditions. This flaw might result in the inadvertent serving of source code from files meant for server-side processing, like PHP scripts. Alongside CVE-2024-39884, the update also addresses various other security vulnerabilities, including those that could lead to denial-of-service (DoS) attacks, remote code execution, and unauthorized access. The Apache Foundation strongly recommends that all users upgrade to version 2.4.61 immediately to mitigate these risks effectively. Taking this proactive step is essential to protect Apache HTTP Server deployments from potential exploitation and data breaches.