CVE-2023-38699: MindsDB 'Call to requests with verify=False disabling SSL certificate checks, security issue.' issue
Summary MindsDB's AI Virtual Database allows developers to connect any AI/ML model to any datasource. Prior to version 23.7.4.0, a call to requests with verify=False disables SSL certificate checks. This rule enforces always verifying SSL certificates for methods in the Requests library. In version 23.7.4.0, certificates are validated by default, which is the desired behavior
Encryption in general is typically critical to the security of many applications. Using TLS can significantly increase security by guaranteeing the identity of the party you are communicating with. This is accomplished by one or both parties presenting trusted certificates during the connection initialization phase of TLS.
It is important to note that modules such as httplib within the Python standard library did not verify certificate chains until it was fixed in 2.7.9 release.
Details Severity: Critical
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38699?
CVE-2023-38699 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for insecure SSL certificate verification.
How do I fix CVE-2023-38699?
To resolve CVE-2023-38699, upgrade MindsDB to version 23.7.4.0 or later, which enforces SSL certificate checking.
What systems are affected by CVE-2023-38699?
CVE-2023-38699 affects all versions of MindsDB prior to 23.7.4.0.
What is the primary risk associated with CVE-2023-38699?
The primary risk of CVE-2023-38699 is that it allows for man-in-the-middle attacks by not verifying SSL certificates.
Can CVE-2023-38699 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2023-38699 can lead to data breaches, as attackers could intercept sensitive data through unverified SSL connections.