CVE-2014-6900 in EAGE Amsterdam 2014
Summary
by MITRE
The EAGE Amsterdam 2014 (aka com.coreapps.android.followme.eage_2014) application 6.1.1.2 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 • 09/21/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-6900 affects the EAGE Amsterdam 2014 mobile application version 6.1.1.2 for android platforms. This represents a critical security flaw in the application's implementation of secure communication protocols, specifically within its handling of SSL/TLS certificate verification processes. The application's failure to properly validate X.509 certificates from SSL servers creates a significant attack surface that can be exploited by malicious actors to compromise the integrity of communications between the mobile client and backend services.
This vulnerability stems from improper certificate validation mechanisms within the application's cryptographic implementation, which directly relates to CWE-295 - Improper Certificate Validation. The flaw allows attackers to perform man-in-the-middle attacks by presenting forged SSL certificates that appear legitimate to the application. When the application accepts these invalid certificates without proper verification, it establishes insecure connections that can be exploited to intercept, modify, or steal sensitive data transmitted between the mobile device and the server infrastructure. The attack vector specifically targets the SSL/TLS handshake process where certificate validation should occur but fails to do so.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it fundamentally undermines the security model of the application. Mobile users who interact with the EAGE Amsterdam 2014 application may unknowingly expose their personal information, session tokens, and other sensitive data to unauthorized parties. This risk is particularly significant for conference applications that may handle attendee information, registration details, payment processing, or other confidential data. The vulnerability enables attackers to establish trusted connections with malicious servers while maintaining the appearance of legitimate communication channels, making detection extremely difficult for end users and network monitoring systems.
From an adversarial perspective, this vulnerability aligns with several techniques documented in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under the T1041 - Exfiltration Over C2 Channel and T1566 - Phishing with Malicious Attachments categories. The insecure certificate validation creates opportunities for attackers to establish persistent communication channels that can be used for data exfiltration or further attack propagation. Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including certificate pinning mechanisms, proper SSL/TLS configuration, and regular security audits of mobile applications. The remediation process should involve updating the application to properly validate X.509 certificates against trusted certificate authorities and implementing certificate transparency measures to prevent the acceptance of forged certificates. Additionally, network security controls such as SSL inspection and monitoring for unusual certificate validation patterns should be deployed to detect potential exploitation attempts and provide defense-in-depth protection against similar vulnerabilities.