CVE-2009-0128
First published: Thu Jan 15 2009(Updated: )
plugins/crypto/openssl/crypto_openssl.c in Simple Linux Utility for Resource Management (aka SLURM or slurm-llnl) does not properly check the return value from the OpenSSL EVP_VerifyFinal function, which allows remote attackers to bypass validation of the certificate chain via a malformed SSL/TLS signature, a similar vulnerability to CVE-2008-5077.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SchedMD Slurm | =_nil_ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0128?
The severity of CVE-2009-0128 is considered medium due to potential exploitation by attackers to bypass validation of the certificate chain.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0128?
To fix CVE-2009-0128, update to a patched version of SLURM that properly checks the return value from the OpenSSL EVP_VerifyFinal function.
What impact can CVE-2009-0128 have on my system?
CVE-2009-0128 can allow remote attackers to bypass SSL/TLS certificate validation, leading to potential man-in-the-middle attacks.
Is CVE-2009-0128 applicable to all versions of SLURM?
CVE-2009-0128 specifically affects versions of SLURM that are identified as '_nil_'.
How can I determine if my SLURM installation is vulnerable to CVE-2009-0128?
Check the version of your installed SLURM software against the vulnerable version and review OpenSSL handling in the crypto_openssl.c implementation.
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