CVE-2014-0072: Input Validation
First published: Mon Oct 30 2017(Updated: )
ios/CDVFileTransfer.m in the Apache Cordova File-Transfer standalone plugin (org.apache.cordova.file-transfer) before 0.4.2 for iOS and the File-Transfer plugin for iOS from Cordova 2.4.0 through 2.9.0 might allow remote attackers to spoof SSL servers by leveraging a default value of true for the trustAllHosts option.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Cordova File Transfer iphone os | <=0.4.1 | |
| Apache Cordova iOS | >=2.4.0<=2.9.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://d3adend.org/blog/?p=403
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Mar/29
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/531335/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/91561
- https://github.com/apache/cordova-plugin-file-transfer/commit/a1d6fc07e8a40c1b2b16f4103c403b30e1089668
- https://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/cordova-dev/201403.mbox/%3CCAK_TSXKL9JtkehHC0jEoRwdvVKXt-d5uj40EwNY-Gk3ttX=wJw@mail.gmail.com%3E
- https://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/cordova-dev/201403.mbox/%3CCAK_TSXKL9JtkehHC0jEoRwdvVKXt-d5uj40EwNY-Gk3ttX=wJw%40mail.gmail.com%3E
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0072?
CVE-2014-0072 is considered to be of medium severity due to the potential for SSL server spoofing.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0072?
To fix CVE-2014-0072, update the Apache Cordova File Transfer plugin to version 0.4.2 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2014-0072?
CVE-2014-0072 affects Apache Cordova File Transfer before version 0.4.2 and Cordova versions 2.4.0 through 2.9.0.
What impact does CVE-2014-0072 have on applications?
CVE-2014-0072 allows remote attackers to spoof SSL servers, potentially leading to data interception or manipulation.
Is CVE-2014-0072 exploitable in all environments?
CVE-2014-0072 is primarily exploitable in environments using affected versions of the Cordova File Transfer plugin for iOS.
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