Vulnerability identifier: #VU26209
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-319
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Apache MINA
Universal components / Libraries /
Software for developers
Vendor: Apache Foundation
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect handling of close_notify SSL/TLS messages that results in software not closing the connection and retaining the socket opened, which allows a client to receive clear text messages afterward. A remote attacker can intercept traffic between client and server application and gain access to potentially sensitive information.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Apache MINA: 2.1.0, 2.0.0 - 2.0.20
External links
http://mina.apache.org/mina-project/index.html#mina-211-mina-2021-released-posted-on-april-14-2019
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.