CVE-2002-1658: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-1658: Buffer overflow in htdigest in Apache 1.3.26 and 1.3.27 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a...

Buffer overflow in htdigest in Apache 1.3.26 and 1.3.27 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long user argument. NOTE: since htdigest is normally only locally accessible and not setuid or setgid, there are few attack vectors which would lead to an escalation of privileges, unless htdigest is executed from a CGI program. Therefore this may not be a vulnerability.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 03:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2002-1658 concerns a reported buffer overflow in Apache htdigest in Apache 1.3.26 and 1.3.27. The public record says a long user argument may allow arbitrary code execution, but also notes htdigest is normally local-only and not privileged, so practical business risk is usually limited unless exposed through CGI or automation. Exposure is most likely on legacy systems running Apache 1.3.26 or 1.3.27 where htdigest is present and callable by local users, scripts, CGI, or administrative tooling. Internet-facing exposure is not established by the supplied sources. Treat this as low urgency unless legacy Apache 1.3.26 or 1.3.27 systems remain in use with CGI or local multi-user access. Prioritize discovery and retirement of unsupported systems rather than emergency response. Mitigation focus: Check Apache/vendor guidance for supported versions and any historical fix details.; Remove CGI or automation paths that pass untrusted values to htdigest.; Restrict htdigest execution to trusted administrators only..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 22:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 27, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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apache-htdigest-bo(10414)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
https://sardonix.org/audit/apache-45.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC

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