CVE-2017-6062
First published: Thu Mar 02 2017(Updated: )
The "OpenID Connect Relying Party and OAuth 2.0 Resource Server" (aka mod_auth_openidc) module before 2.1.5 for the Apache HTTP Server does not skip OIDC_CLAIM_ and OIDCAuthNHeader headers in an "OIDCUnAuthAction pass" configuration, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via crafted HTTP traffic.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| mod_auth_openidc | <=2.1.4 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/pingidentity/mod_auth_openidc/blob/master/ChangeLog
- https://github.com/pingidentity/mod_auth_openidc/issues/222
- https://github.com/pingidentity/mod_auth_openidc/releases/tag/v2.1.5
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/2V3HIGXMUKJGOBMAQAQPGC7G5YYWSUVA/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/EJXBG3DG2FUYFGTUTSJFMPIINVFKKB4Z/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/WTWUMQ46GZY3O4WU4JCF333LN53R2XQH/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/EJXBG3DG2FUYFGTUTSJFMPIINVFKKB4Z/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/2V3HIGXMUKJGOBMAQAQPGC7G5YYWSUVA/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/WTWUMQ46GZY3O4WU4JCF333LN53R2XQH/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6062?
CVE-2017-6062 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6062?
To fix CVE-2017-6062, upgrade the mod_auth_openidc module to version 2.1.5 or later.
What exploitation methods are associated with CVE-2017-6062?
CVE-2017-6062 can be exploited by remote attackers to bypass authentication using specially crafted OIDC_CLAIM_ and OIDCAuthNHeader headers.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-6062?
CVE-2017-6062 affects versions of mod_auth_openidc before 2.1.5.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-6062?
The impact of CVE-2017-6062 allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms, leading to unauthorized access.
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