CVE-2008-3532
First published: Fri Aug 08 2008(Updated: )
The NSS plugin in libpurple in Pidgin 2.4.3 does not verify SSL certificates, which makes it easier for remote attackers to trick a user into accepting an invalid server certificate for a spoofed service.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pidgin | =2.4.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://developer.pidgin.im/attachment/ticket/6500/nss-cert-verify.patch
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=492434
- http://developer.pidgin.im/attachment/ticket/6500/nss_add_rev.patch
- http://developer.pidgin.im/ticket/6500
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31390
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:025
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-1023.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33102
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2008-493.htm
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2318
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30553
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-675-1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32859
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44220
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A18327
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A10979
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3532?
CVE-2008-3532 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential risk of SSL certificate spoofing.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3532?
To fix CVE-2008-3532, upgrade Pidgin to a later version that includes SSL certificate verification improvements.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2008-3532?
CVE-2008-3532 specifically affects Pidgin version 2.4.3.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2008-3532?
The risks associated with CVE-2008-3532 include being misled by a malicious server presenting an invalid SSL certificate.
Is CVE-2008-3532 still a concern today?
While CVE-2008-3532 is an older vulnerability, it remains a concern for users who have not updated their Pidgin software.
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