CVE-2022-32531: Apache BookKeeper: Java Client Uses Connection to Host that Failed Hostname Verification

Published Dec 15, 2022
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Updated

The Apache Bookkeeper Java Client (before 4.14.6 and also 4.15.0) does not close the connection to the bookkeeper server when TLS hostname verification fails. This leaves the bookkeeper client vulnerable to a man in the middle attack. The problem affects BookKeeper client prior to versions 4.14.6 and 4.15.1.

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Apache Bookkeeper<4.14.6
Apache Bookkeeper=4.15.0
Apache Bookkeeper=4.15.0-rc0
maven/org.apache.bookkeeper:bookkeeper-common=4.15.0
4.15.1
maven/org.apache.bookkeeper:bookkeeper-common<4.14.6
4.14.6

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to 4.14.6 or to 4.15.1

Event History

Dec 15, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:17 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:17 AM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Advisory Published
09:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-32531?

CVE-2022-32531 is a vulnerability in the Apache Bookkeeper Java Client that allows for a man-in-the-middle attack due to the failure to close the connection to the server when TLS hostname verification fails.

2

What software versions are affected by CVE-2022-32531?

CVE-2022-32531 affects Apache Bookkeeper client versions prior to 4.14.6 and 4.15.0 (including 4.15.0-rc0).

3

How severe is CVE-2022-32531?

CVE-2022-32531 has a severity rating of 5.9 (medium).

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-32531?

To fix CVE-2022-32531, update your Apache Bookkeeper Java Client to version 4.14.6 or newer.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-32531?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-32531 at the following reference: [link](https://lists.apache.org/thread/xyk2lfc7lzof8mksmwyympbqxts1b5s9)

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