CVE-2014-6902:CVE-2014-6902 - Anjuke Android application 7.1.7 for Android does not verify X.509 certificates from SSL servers, leading to man-in-the-middle attacks.

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The Anjuke (com.anjuke.android.app) application version 7.1.7 for Android fails to validate X.509 certificates from SSL servers. This vulnerability enables malicious actors to conduct man-in-the-middle attacks, allowing them to impersonate servers and intercept sensitive information using a specially crafted certificate.

Overview

This CVE describes a security vulnerability in the Anjuke Android application version 7.1.7 for Android, where the application does not properly verify X.509 certificates from SSL servers. This oversight can be exploited by attackers to perform man-in-the-middle attacks, compromising the confidentiality and integrity of data exchanged between the application and servers.

Remediation

To mitigate this vulnerability, users of the Anjuke Android application version 7.1.7 should update to a patched version that includes proper validation of X.509 certificates from SSL servers. Additionally, users should exercise caution when connecting to untrusted networks and be wary of potential man-in-the-middle attacks targeting their sensitive information.

References

  1. Vulnerability Note VU#968289 - Link
  2. Vulnerability Note VU#582497 - Link
  3. Additional Reference - Link

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