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Overview
CVE-2021-23162 is a certificate validation vulnerability (CWE-295) in Gallagher Command Centre Mobile Connect for Android. The application fails to properly validate the cloud certificate chain, which is a critical security mechanism that ensures secure communication between the mobile application and the server. This vulnerability allows attackers to intercept communications by positioning themselves between the user and the legitimate server. By exploiting this vulnerability, attackers can impersonate the Command Centre Server, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information or system controls.
Remediation
Users should immediately update to Gallagher Command Centre Mobile Connect for Android version 15.04.040 or later, which contains the fix for this vulnerability. Organizations using affected versions should prioritize this update to protect against potential man-in-the-middle attacks. If immediate updating is not possible, consider implementing additional network security controls to mitigate the risk of man-in-the-middle attacks, such as using secure VPN connections when accessing the Command Centre Server or restricting mobile access to trusted networks only.
References
- Vendor Advisory: https://security.gallagher.com/Security-Advisories/CVE-2021-23162
- CWE-295: Improper Certificate Validation - https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/295.html
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
