Vulnerability · Published Nov 3, 2021 · Assigned by apache
CVE-2021-38161Not validating origin TLS certificate
High 8.1
In plain English
A high-severity improper authentication in Apache Traffic Server from Apache Software Foundation. There are no confirmed reports of exploitation so far. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 1.9% (higher than 80% of all known vulnerabilities). Fixed versions are available - upgrade the affected package.
Severity (CVSS NVD)8.1High
Exploit odds (30 days)1.9%top 19.7% of all CVEs
Exploited in the wildNo reportsnot in CISA KEV
Attack toolingNoneno public tooling known
Official description
Improper Authentication vulnerability in TLS origin verification of Apache Traffic Server allows for man in the middle attacks. This issue affects Apache Traffic Server 8.0.0 to 8.0.8.
Affected packages & fixed versions
| Ecosystem | Package | Fixed in | Advisory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debian:12 | trafficserver | 9.1.0+ds-1 | DEBIAN-CVE-2021-38161 |
Affected products (as reported)
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Software Foundation | Apache Traffic Server | 8.0.0 to 8.0.8 |
Weakness: CWE-287
References
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/k01797hyncx53659wr3o72s5cvkc3164 x_refsource_MISC
- DSA-5153 vendor-advisory, x_refsource_DEBIAN