CVE-2014-7032 in MYHABIT
Summary
by MITRE
The MYHABIT (aka com.amazon.myhabit) application @7F080041 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 • 09/26/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-7032 affects the MYHABIT mobile application developed by Amazon, specifically targeting the Android platform version 7F080041. This security flaw represents a critical weakness in the application's cryptographic implementation that directly undermines the integrity of secure communications between the mobile client and remote servers. The vulnerability stems from the application's failure to properly validate X.509 certificates during SSL/TLS connections, creating a pathway for malicious actors to exploit the trust relationship that should exist between the client and server.
The technical flaw manifests in the application's SSL certificate verification process, where it fails to perform proper certificate chain validation and trust anchor verification. This omission allows attackers to present fraudulent certificates that appear legitimate to the application, enabling them to establish man-in-the-middle positions within network communications. The vulnerability is classified as a certificate verification failure that aligns with CWE-295, which specifically addresses the improper verification of certificate trust chains. The absence of certificate pinning or proper certificate validation routines means that the application accepts any certificate presented by a server without sufficient scrutiny of its authenticity and trustworthiness.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability exposes users to significant risks including data interception, credential theft, and unauthorized access to sensitive personal information. Attackers can exploit this weakness to eavesdrop on communications, capture login credentials, and potentially gain access to user accounts or financial data. The impact extends beyond individual user privacy concerns to potential corporate data breaches, especially if the application handles business-critical information or connects to enterprise systems. This vulnerability directly maps to several ATT&CK techniques including T1041 for exfiltration and T1566 for credential access through phishing or network manipulation.
The security implications of this vulnerability are particularly severe given that it affects a mobile application that likely handles user personal information and potentially financial transactions. The lack of certificate validation creates a persistent risk that remains active as long as the vulnerable application is installed on user devices. Organizations and users should immediately consider updating to patched versions of the application, while security teams should implement network monitoring to detect potential exploitation attempts. Additionally, this vulnerability highlights the importance of implementing certificate pinning strategies and proper SSL/TLS certificate validation in mobile application development, aligning with industry best practices outlined in standards such as NIST SP 800-52 for certificate management and the OWASP Mobile Security Project recommendations for secure mobile application development.