CVE-2017-6062 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

CVE-2017-6062 was published on March 2, 2017, and affects the "mod_auth_openidc" module for the Apache HTTP Server. This vulnerability could allow attackers to bypass authentication by manipulating HTTP traffic.

Understanding CVE-2017-6062

This CVE entry highlights a security flaw in the OpenID Connect Relying Party and OAuth 2.0 Resource Server module.

What is CVE-2017-6062?

The vulnerability in version 2.1.5 or earlier of the "mod_auth_openidc" module for Apache HTTP Server allows attackers to bypass authentication by not excluding specific headers in the configuration.

The Impact of CVE-2017-6062

The vulnerability could potentially enable attackers to bypass authentication by utilizing manipulated HTTP traffic.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-6062

This section provides more in-depth technical details about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The module fails to skip certain headers in a specific configuration, allowing attackers to bypass authentication.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions affected: 2.1.5 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating HTTP traffic to bypass authentication mechanisms.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-6062 requires immediate action and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the mod_auth_openidc module to version 2.1.5 or later.
Review and adjust the configuration to ensure proper exclusion of headers.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit HTTP traffic for anomalies.
Implement strong authentication mechanisms to mitigate bypass attempts.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches provided by the module vendor to address the vulnerability.