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VPR Score: 7.4
Synopsis
The remote Gentoo host is missing one or more security-related patches.
Description
The remote host is affected by the vulnerability described in GLSA-201710-32 (Apache: Multiple vulnerabilities)
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Apache. Please review the referenced CVE identifiers for details.
Impact :
The Optionsbleed vulnerability can leak arbitrary memory from the server process that may contain secrets. Additionally attackers may cause a Denial of Service condition, bypass authentication, or cause information loss.
Workaround :
There is no known workaround at this time.
Solution
All Apache users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose '>=www-servers/apache-2.4.27-r1'