Vulnerability Description
IBM Security AppScan Enterprise before 8.6.0.2 and Rational Policy Tester before 8.5.0.3 do not validate X.509 certificates during scanning, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof SSL servers via an arbitrary certificate.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Security Appscan | 6.0.0.0 |
| Ibm | Rational Policy Tester | <= 8.5.0.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21620759PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21620760PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74578
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21620759PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21620760PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74578
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0738?
CVE-2012-0738 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.8 (MEDIUM). IBM Security AppScan Enterprise before 8.6.0.2 and Rational Policy Tester before 8.5.0.3 do not validate X.509 certificates during scanning, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof SSL serve...
How severe is CVE-2012-0738?
CVE-2012-0738 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-0738?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Security Appscan, Ibm Rational Policy Tester.