CVE-2020-17516

Summary

Apache Cassandra versions 2.1.0 to 2.1.22, 2.2.0 to 2.2.19, 3.0.0 to 3.0.23, and 3.11.0 to 3.11.9, when using 'dc' or 'rack' internode_encryption setting, allows both encrypted and unencrypted internode connections. A misconfigured node or a malicious user can use the unencrypted connection despite not being in the same rack or dc, and bypass mutual TLS requirement.

Affected Software

VendorProductVersion RangeStatus
n/aApache Cassandra2.1.0 to 2.1.22affected
n/aApache Cassandra2.2.0 to 2.2.19affected
n/aApache Cassandra3.0.0 to 3.0.23affected
n/aApache Cassandra3.11.0 to 3.11.9affected

Weaknesses

  • CWE-290: CWE-290: Authentication Bypass by Spoofing

ADP Enrichment

CVE Program Container

Additional References

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