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Off-by-one out-of-bounds read in Apache HTTP Server mod_proxy_ajp AJP getter functions

IdentifiersCVE-2026-33857CWE-125· Out-of-bounds Read

CVE-2026-33857 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Apache HTTP Server's mod_proxy_ajp module. The flaw is described as an off-by-one out-of-bounds read in AJP getter functions used while processing AJP protocol data. It affects Apache HTTP Server versions through 2.4.66 and was fixed in 2.4.67. Based on the available information, the issue allows a remote attacker to trigger a read past the intended buffer boundary during AJP-related request handling, resulting primarily in unintended memory disclosure rather than modification or code execution.

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Successful exploitation can cause limited disclosure of process memory or adjacent data due to an out-of-bounds read. Available scoring information indicates low confidentiality impact and no demonstrated integrity or availability impact. There is no provided evidence that this issue enables code execution, privilege escalation, or denial of service by itself.

Mitigation

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If immediate upgrade is not possible, reduce exposure of mod_proxy_ajp by disabling the module where it is not required, removing or restricting AJP proxying functionality, and limiting network paths that can reach affected AJP-handling code. Restrict access to trusted front-end/back-end communication paths only. However, the primary mitigation supported by the available information is upgrading to 2.4.67.

Remediation

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Upgrade Apache HTTP Server to version 2.4.67 or later. Apache states that version 2.4.67 fixes CVE-2026-33857. If maintaining a downstream package, ensure the fix corresponding to Apache HTTP Server 2.4.67 / revision r1933341 in the 2.4.x branch is applied.
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