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4.3

OpenStack Oslo python‑qpid client may send data unencrypted

CVE-2013-6491 · published 12 years ago
Summary

The python‑qpid component used by OpenStack Oslo (versions before the 2013.2 release) does not require a secure (SSL/TLS) connection even when it is configured to do so. This means that data traveling between OpenStack services could be captured by an eavesdropper on the network. Upgrade to the 2013.2 release or later, or apply the vendor’s patch, to ensure communications are protected.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
openstack oslo <= 2013
cpe:2.3:a:openstack:oslo:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
redhat openstack 3.0
cpe:2.3:a:redhat:openstack:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
The python-qpid client (common/rpc/impl_qpid.py) in OpenStack Oslo before 2013.2 does not enforce SSL connections when qpid_protocol is set to ssl, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive...
The python-qpid client (common/rpc/impl_qpid.py) in OpenStack Oslo before 2013.2 does not enforce SSL connections when qpid_protocol is set to ssl, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
4.3 Medium
Exploitation
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-310Cryptographic Issues
Timeline
Published2 Feb 2014
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2013-6491 · NVD
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