Vulnerability Description
The php_openssl_apply_verification_policy function in PHP before 5.2.11 does not properly perform certificate validation, which has unknown impact and attack vectors, probably related to an ability to spoof certificates.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Php | Php | <= 5.2.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Nov/msg00000.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-10/msg00004.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=127680701405735&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=130497311408250&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36791Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37482
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40262
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3937
- http://www.debian.org/security/2009/dsa-1940
- http://www.osvdb.org/58185
- http://www.php.net/ChangeLog-5.php#5.2.11PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.php.net/releases/5_2_11.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022914
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3184
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53334
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-3291?
CVE-2009-3291 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The php_openssl_apply_verification_policy function in PHP before 5.2.11 does not properly perform certificate validation, which has unknown impact and attack vectors, probably related to an ability to...
How severe is CVE-2009-3291?
CVE-2009-3291 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-3291?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Php Php.