X.509 Certificate Verification Flaw in OpenStack Python Swift Client
CVE-2013-6396

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Openstack
Status
Swift
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 February 2014

Summary

The OpenStack Python client library for Swift, versions 1.0 through 1.9.0, has a notable security flaw due to the lack of verification for X.509 certificates from SSL servers. This vulnerability exposes users to potential man-in-the-middle attacks, where malicious actors can spoof legitimate servers and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information disguised as a crafted certificate. Users of the affected library should take immediate action to implement necessary updates and mitigate the risk of data breaches.

References

https://bugs.launchpad.net/python-swiftclient/+bug/1199783
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/02/17/7
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Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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