Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Apache-on-Cygwin directory traversal issue. A remote attacker could make the server read files outside the intended web directory by abusing encoded Windows-style path separators. Business urgency depends on whether any internet-facing or internal Apache service still runs the affected Cygwin builds. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Apache deployments on Cygwin. Modern Linux or Windows Apache deployments are not identified as affected in the supplied sources. Highest concern is any reachable service using Apache 1.3.29 or earlier, or 2.0.48 or earlier, on Cygwin. Prioritize this if legacy Apache-on-Cygwin is present, especially if reachable by untrusted users. If no such deployment exists, document non-exposure and treat as a legacy inventory hygiene item. Mitigation focus: Inventory Apache services and identify any running on Cygwin.; Confirm Apache versions against the affected ranges in the CVE description.; Check Apache and Cygwin vendor guidance for corrected packages or supported replacements..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- apache-cygwin-directory-traversal(15293)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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