CVE-2020-17516
High
Description
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.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
Product
Apache Cassandra
PublishedFeb 3, 2021
First seenFeb 3, 2021
Weakness typeCWE-290CWE-290
How to fix
Update
- org.apache.cassandra:cassandra-all3.0.24, 3.11.10 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| apache cassandra | 2.1.0 ≤ v ≤ 2.1.22, 2.2.0 ≤ v ≤ 2.2.19, 3.0.0 ≤ v ≤ 3.0.23, 3.11.0 ≤ v ≤ 3.11.9 | — |
| org.apache.cassandra:cassandra-allMaven | 2.1.0 ≤ v < 3.0.24, 3.11.0 ≤ v < 3.11.10 | 3.0.24, 3.11.10 |
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