CVE-2016-9952
First published: Mon Mar 12 2018(Updated: )
The verify_certificate function in lib/vtls/schannel.c in libcurl 7.30.0 through 7.51.0, when built for Windows CE using the schannel TLS backend, makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct man-in-the-middle attacks via a crafted wildcard SAN in a server certificate, as demonstrated by "*.com."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| curl | >=7.30.0<=7.51.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows CE | ||
| All of | ||
| Curl | >=7.30.0<=7.51.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows Embedded |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9952?
CVE-2016-9952 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to facilitate man-in-the-middle attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9952?
To fix CVE-2016-9952, you should upgrade libcurl to a version later than 7.51.0.
What is affected by CVE-2016-9952?
CVE-2016-9952 affects libcurl versions 7.30.0 through 7.51.0 when built for Windows CE using the schannel TLS backend.
Who can exploit CVE-2016-9952?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2016-9952 through crafted wildcard SANs in server certificates.
What kinds of attacks can CVE-2016-9952 facilitate?
CVE-2016-9952 can facilitate man-in-the-middle attacks due to improper certificate verification.
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