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Family: Gentoo Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
[GLSA-200404-05] ipsec-tools contains an X.509 certificates vulnerability. Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
ipsec-tools contains an X.509 certificates vulnerability.
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host is affected by the vulnerability described in GLSA-200404-05
(ipsec-tools contains an X.509 certificates vulnerability.)
racoon (a utility in the ipsec-tools package) does not verify digital
signatures on Phase1 packets. This means that anybody holding the correct
X.509 certificate would be able to establish a connection, even if they did
not have the corresponding private key.
Impact
Since digital signatures are not verified by the racoon tool, a possible hacker may
be able to connect to the VPN gateway and/or execute a man-in-the-middle attack.
Workaround
A workaround is not currently known for this issue. All users are advised
to upgrade to the latest version of the affected package.
Solution:
ipsec-tools users should upgrade to version 0.2.5 or later:
# emerge sync
# emerge -pv ">=net-firewall/ipsec-tools-0.2.5"
# emerge ">=net-firewall/ipsec-tools-0.2.5"
Threat Level: High
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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