CVE-2013-6491
UnknownEPSS 1.88%
Last modified
CVE-2013-6491 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The python-qpid client (common/rpc/impl_qpid.py) in OpenStack Oslo before 2013.2 does not enforce SSL connections when qpid_protocol is set to ssl, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.. EPSS estimates a 1.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The python-qpid client (common/rpc/impl_qpid.py) in OpenStack Oslo before 2013.2 does not enforce SSL connections when qpid_protocol is set to ssl, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openstack | Oslo | <= 2013 |
| Redhat | Openstack | 3.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-6491?
The python-qpid client (common/rpc/impl_qpid.py) in OpenStack Oslo before 2013.2 does not enforce SSL connections when qpid_protocol is set to ssl, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.
How severe is CVE-2013-6491?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-6491 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6491?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
- Autonomous PentestingAI agents that find and validate exploitable vulnerabilities like this one across your applications.
- PR ReviewsPentest every pull request so vulnerable code is caught before it ships to production.
- AI Penetration TestingHow AI-driven penetration testing continuously covers your attack surface.
Related CVEs from 2013
- CVE-2013-6485Buffer overflow in util.c in libpurple in Pidgin before 2.10…
- CVE-2013-6486gtkutils.c in Pidgin before 2.10.8 on Windows allows user-as…
- CVE-2013-6487Integer overflow in libpurple/protocols/gg/lib/http.c in the…
- CVE-2013-6488Rejected reason: DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. ConsultID…
- CVE-2013-6489Integer signedness error in the MXit functionality in Pidgin…
- CVE-2013-6490The SIMPLE protocol functionality in Pidgin before 2.10.8 al…
- CVE-2013-6492The Piranha Configuration Tool in Piranha 0.8.6 does not pro…
- CVE-2013-6493The LiveConnect implementation in plugin/icedteanp/IcedTeaNP…
- CVE-2013-6494fedup 0.9.0 in Fedora 19, 20, and 21 uses a temporary direct…
- CVE-2013-6495JBossWeb Bayeux has reflected XSS6.1
- CVE-2013-6496Red Hat Conga 0.12.2 allows remote attackers to obtain sensi…
- CVE-2013-6497clamscan in ClamAV before 0.98.5, when using -a option, allo…
Are you affected by CVE-2013-6491?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST