CVE-2014-5567 in Hasb E Haal
Summary
by MITRE
The hasb_e_haal (aka com.anawaz.hasb_e_haal) application 1.0.9 for Android does not verify X.509 certificates from SSL servers, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers and obtain sensitive information via a crafted certificate.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/24/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-5567 affects the hasb_e_haal Android application version 1.0.9, specifically targeting its secure communication implementation. This application, designed for religious purposes, demonstrates a critical flaw in its cryptographic security measures that exposes users to significant risks. The issue resides in the application's failure to properly validate SSL/TLS certificates, creating a pathway for malicious actors to intercept and manipulate communications between the mobile device and remote servers. This represents a fundamental breakdown in the application's security architecture, particularly concerning its handling of encrypted data transmission.
The technical flaw manifests as a complete absence of X.509 certificate verification within the application's SSL implementation. When the application establishes secure connections to remote servers, it fails to validate the server's certificate against trusted certificate authorities or perform proper certificate chain validation. This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-295, which describes "Improper Certificate Validation," and specifically addresses the lack of proper SSL/TLS certificate verification mechanisms. The absence of certificate pinning or validation creates an environment where attackers can present fraudulent certificates that the application will accept as legitimate, effectively bypassing the security protections that SSL/TLS is designed to provide.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability enables man-in-the-middle attacks that can result in complete data compromise. Attackers positioned between the Android device and the server can intercept sensitive information transmitted through the application, including personal data, religious content, or potentially financial information if the application handles such data. The impact extends beyond simple information disclosure to include potential identity theft, unauthorized access to user accounts, and manipulation of the application's functionality. This vulnerability is particularly concerning for a religious application that may handle sensitive personal information from users seeking spiritual guidance or community services.
The security implications of this vulnerability align with ATT&CK technique T1041, which covers "Exfiltration Over C2 Channel," and T1566, addressing "Phishing for Information." The lack of certificate validation creates an ideal environment for attackers to establish persistent connections and exfiltrate data without detection. Mitigation strategies should include implementing proper certificate pinning mechanisms, establishing trust in certificate authorities, and ensuring that all SSL/TLS connections undergo rigorous verification processes. Organizations should also consider implementing network monitoring to detect anomalous traffic patterns that might indicate certificate validation failures or unauthorized access attempts. The vulnerability underscores the critical importance of cryptographic best practices in mobile application development, particularly for applications handling sensitive user information where security cannot be compromised under any circumstances.