Vulnerability Description
radsecproxy before 1.6.1 does not properly verify certificates when there are configuration blocks with CA settings that are unrelated to the block being used for verifying the certificate chain, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and spoof clients.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Uninett | Radsecproxy | <= 1.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/51251Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2573
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/17/7
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/31/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56105
- https://postlister.uninett.no/sympa/arc/radsecproxy/2012-09/msg00001.html
- https://postlister.uninett.no/sympa/arc/radsecproxy/2012-09/msg00006.html
- https://project.nordu.net/browse/RADSECPROXY-43
- http://secunia.com/advisories/51251Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2573
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/17/7
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/31/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56105
- https://postlister.uninett.no/sympa/arc/radsecproxy/2012-09/msg00001.html
- https://postlister.uninett.no/sympa/arc/radsecproxy/2012-09/msg00006.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4523?
CVE-2012-4523 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). radsecproxy before 1.6.1 does not properly verify certificates when there are configuration blocks with CA settings that are unrelated to the block being used for verifying the certificate chain, whic...
How severe is CVE-2012-4523?
CVE-2012-4523 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-4523?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Uninett Radsecproxy.