QID 982986

QID 982986: Java (maven) Security Update for org.apache.logging.log4j:log4j-core (GHSA-vwqq-5vrc-xw9h)

Improper validation of certificate with host mismatch in Apache Log4j SMTP appender. This could allow an SMTPS connection to be intercepted by a man-in-the-middle attack which could leak any log messages sent through that appender.

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

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 3.7 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.3 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-vwqq-5vrc-xw9h for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 982986

    CVE-2020-9488 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-vwqq-5vrc-xw9h org.apache.logging.log4j:log4j URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-vwqq-5vrc-xw9h
    GHSA-vwqq-5vrc-xw9h org.apache.logging.log4j:log4j-core URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-vwqq-5vrc-xw9h
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