CVE-2020-27178
First published: Fri Oct 16 2020(Updated: )
Apereo CAS 5.3.x before 5.3.16, 6.x before 6.1.7.2, 6.2.x before 6.2.4, and 6.3.x before 6.3.0-RC4 mishandles secret keys with Google Authenticator for multifactor authentication.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apereo Central Authentication Service | >=5.3.0<5.3.16 | |
| Apereo Central Authentication Service | >=6.0.0<6.1.7.2 | |
| Apereo Central Authentication Service | >=6.2.0<6.2.4 | |
| Apereo Central Authentication Service | =6.3.0-rc1 | |
| Apereo Central Authentication Service | =6.3.0-rc2 | |
| Apereo Central Authentication Service | =6.3.0-rc3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-27178?
CVE-2020-27178 is a vulnerability in the Apereo CAS authentication system that mishandles secret keys with Google Authenticator for multifactor authentication.
Which versions of Apereo CAS are affected by CVE-2020-27178?
Apereo CAS 5.3.x before 5.3.16, 6.x before 6.1.7.2, 6.2.x before 6.2.4, and 6.3.x before 6.3.0-RC4 are affected by CVE-2020-27178.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-27178?
CVE-2020-27178 has a severity score of 7.5 (high).
How does CVE-2020-27178 affect the Apereo CAS authentication system?
CVE-2020-27178 can lead to mishandling of secret keys in the Apereo CAS authentication system when using Google Authenticator for multifactor authentication.
How can I fix CVE-2020-27178 in my Apereo CAS installation?
To fix CVE-2020-27178, you should upgrade your Apereo CAS installation to version 5.3.16 (for 5.3.x), 6.1.7.2 (for 6.x), 6.2.4 (for 6.2.x), or 6.3.0-RC4 (for 6.3.x).
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