Unencrypted Communication Vulnerability in NGINX Controller by F5 Networks
CVE-2020-5865

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

F5
Status
Nginx Controller
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 April 2020

What is CVE-2020-5865?

The NGINX Controller, prior to version 3.3.0, has a configuration flaw that allows communication with its Postgres database server over unencrypted channels. This exposes sensitive data to potential interception through man-in-the-middle (MiTM) attacks, increasing the risk of unauthorized access and data breaches.

Affected Version(s)

NGINX Controller < 3.3.0

References

https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K21009022
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https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20200430-0005/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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