CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-5802: Input Validation

First published: Sun Nov 04 2012(Updated: )

The PayPal module in Ubercart does not verify that the server hostname matches a domain name in the subject's Common Name (CN) or subjectAltName field of the X.509 certificate, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof SSL servers via an arbitrary valid certificate.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
PayPal Nemo-Appium
Ubercart

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-5802?

    CVE-2012-5802 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow man-in-the-middle attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-5802?

    To fix CVE-2012-5802, ensure that the PayPal module in Ubercart is correctly verifying the server hostname against the X.509 certificate.

  • What impact does CVE-2012-5802 have on users?

    CVE-2012-5802 can allow attackers to spoof SSL servers, potentially exposing users' sensitive information during transactions.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2012-5802?

    CVE-2012-5802 affects the PayPal module in Ubercart, specifically versions of the software that do not perform hostname verification.

  • Can CVE-2012-5802 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2012-5802 can be exploited remotely by attackers to intercept and manipulate secure connections.

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