CVE-2014-6655
First published: Tue Sep 23 2014(Updated: )
The Tortoise Forum (aka org.tortoiseforum.android.forumrunner) application 3.5.16 for Android does not verify X.509 certificates from SSL servers, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers and obtain sensitive information via a crafted certificate.
Credit: cret@cert.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Exoticpetnetwork Tortoise Forum | =3.5.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-6655?
CVE-2014-6655 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for man-in-the-middle attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6655?
To fix CVE-2014-6655, update the Tortoise Forum application to a secure version that properly verifies X.509 certificates.
What type of attack is facilitated by CVE-2014-6655?
CVE-2014-6655 facilitates man-in-the-middle attacks that can spoof SSL servers.
What version of Tortoise Forum is affected by CVE-2014-6655?
The affected version of Tortoise Forum by CVE-2014-6655 is 3.5.16 for Android.
What information can be compromised due to CVE-2014-6655?
CVE-2014-6655 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from users through crafted certificates.
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