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5.0

Apache 1.3 allows remote reading of CGI source

CVE-2000-1204 · published 26 years ago
Summary

The Apache web server versions 1.3.9, 1.3.11, and 1.3.12 can expose the original code of CGI programs when the cgi-bin folder is placed inside the website's main directory. This lets anyone on the internet view the program’s source, potentially revealing sensitive logic or credentials. Move the cgi-bin directory outside the document root or upgrade to a newer, patched Apache version.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
apache http_server 1.3.9
1.3.11
1.3.12
cpe:2.3:a:apache:http_server:1.3.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Vulnerability in the mod_vhost_alias virtual hosting module for Apache 1.3.9, 1.3.11 and 1.3.12 allows remote attackers to obtain the source code for CGI programs if the cgi-bin directory is under ...
Vulnerability in the mod_vhost_alias virtual hosting module for Apache 1.3.9, 1.3.11 and 1.3.12 allows remote attackers to obtain the source code for CGI programs if the cgi-bin directory is under the document root.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.0 Medium
Exploitation
10% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published13 Oct 2000
Updated16 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2000-1204 · NVD
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