CVE-2010-4340: libcloud before 0.4.1 does not verify SSL certificates for HTTPS connections, which allows remote attackers...

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Older libcloud versions did not check whether HTTPS certificates were valid. An attacker who could intercept network traffic could impersonate a cloud endpoint and weaken intended access protections. The provided sources do not show active exploitation. Exposure is most likely in legacy systems or dependencies using libcloud before 0.4.1 for HTTPS cloud/provider interactions. Modern environments are unlikely to be affected unless old pinned packages remain in use. Treat as a legacy dependency cleanup item with meaningful security impact if found. Prioritize systems that manage cloud resources or credentials over networks where interception is plausible. Mitigation focus: Upgrade libcloud versions older than 0.4.1 to 0.4.1 or later.; Check Apache libcloud and distribution guidance for supported fixed packages.; Remove obsolete pinned dependencies that force vulnerable libcloud versions..

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Jun 27, 2026, 18:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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