SB2012081408 - Gentoo update for libgdata



SB2012081408 - Gentoo update for libgdata

Published: August 14, 2012 Updated: April 24, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2012081408
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Certificate Validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2012-1177)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform MitM attack.

The vulnerability exists due to missing certificate validation. A remote attacker can perform Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.