Critical Vulnerability in Apache Subversion: Server Process Disruption
Summary
ALPINE-CVE-2018-11782: In Apache Subversion versions up to and including 1.9.10, 1.10.4, 1.12.0, Subversion's svnserve server process may exit when a well-formed read-only request produces a particular answer. Affects subversion versions < 1.12.2-r0. Fixed in 1.12.2-r0. How to fix ↓
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Background
Apache Subversion (SVN) is a widely used version control system that allows developers to manage changes to source code over time. It provides features such as versioning, branching, and merging, making it essential for collaborative software development. However, certain versions of Subversion are vulnerable to a specific issue that can cause the svnserve server process to exit unexpectedly, disrupting service for users.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2018-11782, affects Apache Subversion versions up to and including 1.9.10, 1.10.4, and 1.12.0. It arises when a well-formed read-only request produces a specific response, leading to the termination of the svnserve server process. This disruption can significantly impact users relying on the server for version control operations, potentially resulting in loss of productivity and data access issues.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.12.2-r0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can limit access to the svnserve server or implement network-level controls to mitigate the impact of this vulnerability until the package can be updated.
Conclusion
The CVE-2018-11782 vulnerability in Apache Subversion poses a risk of server process disruption, affecting users' ability to manage their version control effectively. It is crucial to update to the patched version to mitigate this risk and ensure continued service availability.
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FAQ
CVE-2018-11782 is a vulnerability in Apache Subversion that can cause the svnserve server process to exit unexpectedly when handling specific read-only requests.
The vulnerability affects Apache Subversion versions up to and including 1.9.10, 1.10.4, and 1.12.0.
The vulnerability can lead to service disruption for users of the svnserve server, affecting their ability to perform version control operations.
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The CVSS score for CVE-2018-11782 is 6.5, indicating a medium severity level.
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