CVE-2012-0867: Input Validation

Published Jul 18, 2012
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Updated

PostgreSQL 8.4.x before 8.4.11, 9.0.x before 9.0.7, and 9.1.x before 9.1.3 truncates the common name to only 32 characters when verifying SSL certificates, which allows remote attackers to spoof connections when the host name is exactly 32 characters.

Affected Software

32 affected components
Opensuse Project Opensuse=12.2
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.1
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.2
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.3
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.4
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.5
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.6
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.7
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.8
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.9
PostgreSQL postgresql=8.4.10
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.0
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.0.1
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.0.2
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.0.3
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.0.4
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.0.5
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.0.6
Debian Debian Linux=6.0
redhat Desktop Workstation=5
redhat Enterprise Linux=5.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop=5.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Hpc Node=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Aus=6.2
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Eus=6.2.z
redhat Enterprise Linux Workstation=6.0
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.1
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.1.1
PostgreSQL postgresql=9.1.2

Event History

Jul 18, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0867?

CVE-2012-0867 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-0867?

To fix CVE-2012-0867, you should upgrade to PostgreSQL version 8.4.11, 9.0.7, or 9.1.3 or later.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2012-0867?

The impact of CVE-2012-0867 allows attackers to spoof SSL connections by exploiting a 32-character limit on common names.

4

Which versions of PostgreSQL are affected by CVE-2012-0867?

PostgreSQL versions 8.4.x before 8.4.11, 9.0.x before 9.0.7, and 9.1.x before 9.1.3 are affected by CVE-2012-0867.

5

Are there any specific operating systems vulnerable to CVE-2012-0867?

Yes, CVE-2012-0867 affects PostgreSQL on various operating systems including OpenSUSE, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and Debian.

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