CVE-2016-5648
UnknownEPSS 1.17%
Last modified
CVE-2016-5648 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Acer Portal app before 3.9.4.2000 for Android does not properly validate SSL certificates, which allows remote attackers to perform a Man-in-the-middle attack via a crafted SSL certificate.. EPSS estimates a 1.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Acer Portal app before 3.9.4.2000 for Android does not properly validate SSL certificates, which allows remote attackers to perform a Man-in-the-middle attack via a crafted SSL certificate.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Acer | Acer Portal | <= 3.9.3.2006 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137775/Acer-Portal-Android-Application-3.9.3.2006-Man-In-The-Middle.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Jul/17Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/690343Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137775/Acer-Portal-Android-Application-3.9.3.2006-Man-In-The-Middle.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Jul/17Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/690343Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-5648?
Acer Portal app before 3.9.4.2000 for Android does not properly validate SSL certificates, which allows remote attackers to perform a Man-in-the-middle attack via a crafted SSL certificate.
How severe is CVE-2016-5648?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5648 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5648?
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.
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