CVE-2017-6413
First published: Thu Mar 02 2017(Updated: )
The "OpenID Connect Relying Party and OAuth 2.0 Resource Server" (aka mod_auth_openidc) module before 2.1.6 for the Apache HTTP Server does not skip OIDC_CLAIM_ and OIDCAuthNHeader headers in an "AuthType oauth20" configuration, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via crafted HTTP traffic.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/mod_auth_openidc | <2.1.6 | 2.1.6 |
| mod_auth_openidc | <=2.1.5 |
Remedy
https://github.com/pingidentity/mod_auth_openidc/commit/21e3728a825c41ab41efa75e664108051bb9665e
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96549
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2112
- https://github.com/pingidentity/mod_auth_openidc/blob/master/ChangeLog
- https://github.com/pingidentity/mod_auth_openidc/commit/21e3728a825c41ab41efa75e664108051bb9665e
- https://github.com/pingidentity/mod_auth_openidc/releases/tag/v2.1.6
- 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://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1425356
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1428855
- 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-2017-6413?
CVE-2017-6413 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6413?
To fix CVE-2017-6413, upgrade the mod_auth_openidc module to version 2.1.6 or later.
What causes the vulnerability CVE-2017-6413?
CVE-2017-6413 is caused by the mod_auth_openidc module not properly skipping certain headers in an oauth20 configuration.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-6413?
CVE-2017-6413 affects users of the mod_auth_openidc module version prior to 2.1.6 on Apache HTTP Server.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-6413?
The impact of CVE-2017-6413 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
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