CVE-2013-4508: Weak Encryption

Published Nov 8, 2013
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Updated

lighttpd before 1.4.34, when SNI is enabled, configures weak SSL ciphers, which makes it easier for remote attackers to hijack sessions by inserting packets into the client-server data stream or obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
debian/lighttpd
1.4.53-4+deb10u21.4.53-4+deb10u31.4.59-1+deb11u21.4.69-1
Lighttpd Lighttpd>=1.4.24<=1.4.33
Debian Debian Linux=6.0
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
openSUSE openSUSE=12.2
openSUSE openSUSE=12.3
openSUSE openSUSE=13.1

Event History

Nov 8, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-4508?

CVE-2013-4508 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to weak SSL ciphers that can lead to session hijacking and sensitive information exposure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-4508?

To fix CVE-2013-4508, upgrade lighttpd to version 1.4.34 or later, ensuring that strong SSL ciphers are configured.

3

Which versions of lighttpd are affected by CVE-2013-4508?

Versions of lighttpd prior to 1.4.34, specifically 1.4.24 to 1.4.33, are affected by CVE-2013-4508.

4

What impact does CVE-2013-4508 have on users?

CVE-2013-4508 can allow remote attackers to hijack sessions and capture sensitive information by exploiting weak SSL ciphers.

5

On which operating systems can CVE-2013-4508 be found?

CVE-2013-4508 affects lighttpd running on various versions of Debian and openSUSE.

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