REDHAT-BUG-2212617: High severity .net vulnerability

Published Jun 6, 2023
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Updated

.NET Kestrel: Denial of Service processing X509 Certificates

When a .NET application is internet-facing and accepts an X509 client certificate for mutual TLS, a malicious client certificate can cause unbounded CPU usage.

Affected Software

1 affected component
.NET Kestrel

Event History

Jun 6, 2023
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·04:05 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2212617?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2212617 is high due to the potential for a Denial of Service attack causing unbounded CPU usage.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2212617?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2212617, ensure to update to the latest version of .NET Kestrel incorporating the security patches addressing this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2212617?

REDHAT-BUG-2212617 affects .NET Kestrel applications that are internet-facing and utilize X509 client certificates for mutual TLS.

4

What types of attacks can occur due to REDHAT-BUG-2212617?

REDHAT-BUG-2212617 can be exploited to execute denial of service attacks, leading to excessive CPU consumption.

5

Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2212617?

A workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2212617 includes implementing stringent validation of client certificates before they are processed.

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