Vulnerability identifier: #VU96731
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-295
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
python-certifi
Other software /
Other software solutions
Vendor: Certifi
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to modify data on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to Certifi python-certifi provide weaker than expected security, caused by the use of GLOBALTRUST root certificate. A remote attacker can trigger the vulnerability to launch further attacks on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
python-certifi: 2022.05.18 - 2024.07.04
External links
http://github.com/certifi/python-certifi/security/advisories/GHSA-248v-346w-9cwc
http://github.com/certifi/python-certifi/commit/bd8153872e9c6fc98f4023df9c2deaffea2fa463
http://groups.google.com/a/mozilla.org/g/dev-security-policy/c/XpknYMPO8dI
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.