CVE-2025-54090

Apache HTTP Server: 'RewriteCond expr' always evaluates to true in 2.4.64

Description

A bug in Apache HTTP Server 2.4.64 results in all "RewriteCond expr ..." tests evaluating as "true". Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.4.65, which fixes the issue.

Category

6.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache HTTP Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://httpd.apache.org/security/vulnerabilities_24.html vendor advisory release notes
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44666896 issue tracking patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-54090?
CVE-2025-54090 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-54090?
To fix CVE-2025-54090, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-54090 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-54090 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-54090?
CVE-2025-54090 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache HTTP Server.
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