Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2013-2178 affects Fail2ban before 0.8.10 when specific Apache filter rules are used. A remote attacker could craft web requests that make Fail2ban ban arbitrary IP addresses. Business impact is service disruption or blocking legitimate users, not direct server compromise based on the provided sources. Exposure is most likely on systems running Fail2ban before 0.8.10 with the affected Apache jails or filters enabled and acting on web server logs. Treat as a maintenance-priority denial-of-service risk. It can disrupt access for customers, staff, or partners, especially on public Apache servers using Fail2ban. Prioritize internet-facing systems with active Apache Fail2ban rules. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Fail2ban to a vendor-fixed release, including 0.8.10 or later where applicable.; Apply relevant distribution advisories, such as Debian DSA-2708 or openSUSE updates.; Check vendor guidance if running backported or distribution-specific Fail2ban packages..
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- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:17338CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
- https://raw.github.com/fail2ban/fail2ban/master/ChangeLogCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://vndh.net/note:fail2ban-089-denial-serviceCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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