Vulnerability Description
The SAML 2.0 implementation in AdNovum nevisAuth 4.13.0.0 before 4.18.3.1, when using SAML POST-Binding, does not match all attributes of the X.509 certificate embedded in the assertion against the certificate from the identity provider (IdP), which allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary SAML assertions via a crafted certificate.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adnovum | Nevisauth | <= 4.18.3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.csnc.ch/2015/09/saml-sp-authentication-bypass-vulnerability-in-nevis
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/133628/nevisAuth-Authentication-Bypass.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Sep/87
- http://www.csnc.ch/misc/files/advisories/CVE-2015-5372_AdNovum_nevisAuth_Authent
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/536508/100/0/threaded
- http://blog.csnc.ch/2015/09/saml-sp-authentication-bypass-vulnerability-in-nevis
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/133628/nevisAuth-Authentication-Bypass.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Sep/87
- http://www.csnc.ch/misc/files/advisories/CVE-2015-5372_AdNovum_nevisAuth_Authent
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/536508/100/0/threaded
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5372?
CVE-2015-5372 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The SAML 2.0 implementation in AdNovum nevisAuth 4.13.0.0 before 4.18.3.1, when using SAML POST-Binding, does not match all attributes of the X.509 certificate embedded in the assertion against the ce...
How severe is CVE-2015-5372?
CVE-2015-5372 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-5372?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adnovum Nevisauth.