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CVE-2026-42535

Apache Software Foundation Apache HTTP Server, http server

A path handling issue in mod_dav_fs in Apache 2.4.67 and earlier allows a WebDAV content author to directly manipulate trusted DAV property databases, potentially causing child process crashes. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.68, which fixes this issue.

CVSS
9.1
EPSS
0.54%
42.3% percentile
CISA KEV
Not listed
Published
2026.06.09
PRIORITY ASSESSMENT

Review review

The CVSS severity warrants an early asset and exposure review.

Known exploitationNot established by KEV
Exploit probability0.54%
Technical severityCVSS 9.1

Vulnerability overview

A path handling issue in mod_dav_fs in Apache 2.4.67 and earlier allows a WebDAV content author to directly manipulate trusted DAV property databases, potentially causing child process crashes. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.68, which fixes this issue.

Affected product and versions

Product
Apache Software Foundation Apache HTTP Server, http server
Affected versions
<= 2.4.67, < 2.4.68
Fixed versions
2.4.68

Recommended response sequence

Confirm exposure before applying a vendor-supported change.

Full remediation guide
  1. 1
    Identify

    Confirm that Apache Software Foundation Apache HTTP Server, http server and an affected version are present.

  2. 2
    Prioritize

    Combine exploitation signals with asset exposure and business criticality.

  3. 3
    Remediate

    Follow the vendor advisory or supported update path and preserve rollback options.

  4. 4
    Verify

    Recheck the version, service health, access paths, and relevant logs.

Technical data

CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
CWE
CWE-668