Authentication Provider Selection Issue in JetBrains Ktor
CVE-2022-38180

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Jetbrains
Status
Ktor
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 August 2022

What is CVE-2022-38180?

In versions of JetBrains Ktor prior to 2.1.0, an issue exists where the wrong authentication provider may be selected, potentially leading to unintended security implications. This vulnerability can affect the integrity and reliability of the security mechanisms in applications using the Ktor framework, underscoring the importance of updating to the latest version to ensure optimal security practices.

Affected Version(s)

Ktor 2.1.0

References

https://www.jetbrains.com/privacy-security/issues-fixed/
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https://github.com/ktorio/ktor/pull/3092
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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