QID 980399

QID 980399: Java (maven) Security Update for org.opencastproject:opencast-kernel (GHSA-44cw-p2hm-gpf6)

Opencast before version 8.9 and 7.9 disables HTTPS hostname verification of its HTTP client used for a large portion of Opencast's HTTP requests.

Hostname verification is an important part when using HTTPS to ensure that the presented certificate is valid for the host. Disabling it can allow for man-in-the-middle attacks.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 4.8 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Low - 2.1 severity.
    • Solution
    This problem is fixed in Opencast 7.9 and Opencast 8.9
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 980399

    CVE-2020-26234 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-44cw-p2hm-gpf6 org.opencastproject:opencast-kernel URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-44cw-p2hm-gpf6
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