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As of my last update, here are a few vulnerabilities that have been noted in or around Apache HTTP Server version 2.2.22:
You're referring to the Apache HTTP Server vulnerability known as "HTTPD 2.2.22 Exploit" or more formally as CVE-2012-3552.
: This popular web hosting control panel serves its administrative portal over port 2222 by default. apache httpd 2222 exploit
In 2012, a vulnerability was discovered in the Apache HTTP Server (httpd) version 2.2.22. The vulnerability allowed an attacker to perform a Denial of Service (DoS) attack or potentially execute arbitrary code on the server.
The exploit requires the following conditions to be met: As of my last update, here are a
When security forums discuss an "Apache HTTPD 2222 exploit," they are usually referring to one of three specific attack scenarios.
: With the session cookie now visible in plain text, Echo bypasses all authentication and logs in as a high-level administrator. The Release of 2.2.22 The vulnerability allowed an attacker to perform a
If you see many such probes on port 2222, you are likely being scanned by a botnet looking for vulnerable control panels.