CVE-2026-59797: CWE-269 Improper Privilege Management in Apache Software Foundation Apache HTTP Server
CVE-2026-59797 is an improper privilege management vulnerability in Apache HTTP Server's mod_ssl module affecting versions from 2.4.0 through 2.4.68. The flaw involves the SSLRequire directive and file-related expressions, potentially allowing incorrect privilege enforcement.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in Apache HTTP Server's mod_ssl component relates to improper privilege management via SSLRequire and file-related expressions. It affects Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 through 2.4.68. The issue is categorized under CWE-269, indicating that the software does not properly restrict privileges, which could lead to unauthorized actions if exploited. No CVSS score or detailed exploit information is provided.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could allow unauthorized privilege escalation or bypass of intended access controls within the mod_ssl configuration. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported, and the exact impact depends on the server's configuration and usage of SSLRequire expressions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the Apache Software Foundation advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, review and restrict SSLRequire and file-related expressions in mod_ssl configurations to minimize risk.
CVE-2026-59797: CWE-269 Improper Privilege Management in Apache Software Foundation Apache HTTP Server
Description
CVE-2026-59797 is an improper privilege management vulnerability in Apache HTTP Server's mod_ssl module affecting versions from 2.4.0 through 2.4.68. The flaw involves the SSLRequire directive and file-related expressions, potentially allowing incorrect privilege enforcement.
Affected software
Apache Software Foundation
Apache HTTP Server
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in Apache HTTP Server's mod_ssl component relates to improper privilege management via SSLRequire and file-related expressions. It affects Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 through 2.4.68. The issue is categorized under CWE-269, indicating that the software does not properly restrict privileges, which could lead to unauthorized actions if exploited. No CVSS score or detailed exploit information is provided.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could allow unauthorized privilege escalation or bypass of intended access controls within the mod_ssl configuration. However, no known exploits in the wild have been reported, and the exact impact depends on the server's configuration and usage of SSLRequire expressions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the Apache Software Foundation advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, review and restrict SSLRequire and file-related expressions in mod_ssl configurations to minimize risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- apache
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-07T11:36:12.629Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6abe8afca43b0b3b89c7c22a
Added to database: 10/01/2026, 16:31:56 UTC
Last enriched: 10/01/2026, 16:47:48 UTC
Last updated: 10/01/2026, 17:06:02 UTC
Views: 2
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