CVE-2015-2684: Input Validation

Published Mar 31, 2015
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Updated

Shibboleth Service Provider (SP) before 2.5.4 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted SAML message.

Affected Software

2 affected components
shibboleth Service Provider<=2.5.3
Debian Debian Linux=7.0

Event History

Mar 31, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2684?

CVE-2015-2684 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-2684?

To fix CVE-2015-2684, upgrade the Shibboleth Service Provider to version 2.5.4 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2015-2684?

CVE-2015-2684 affects users of Shibboleth Service Provider versions before 2.5.4 and Debian GNU/Linux 7.0.

4

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2015-2684?

CVE-2015-2684 is associated with a denial of service attack that can crash the Service Provider.

5

What SAML message manipulation is involved in CVE-2015-2684?

CVE-2015-2684 involves remote authenticated users sending crafted SAML messages that exploit the vulnerability.

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