CVE-2013-7398: main/java/com/ning/http/client/AsyncHttpClientConfig.java in Async Http Client (aka AHC or async-http-clien...

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This flaw weakens HTTPS protection in Async Http Client before 1.9.0. A system could accept a valid certificate for the wrong hostname, allowing a network-positioned attacker to impersonate an HTTPS server and intercept or alter traffic. Exposure is most likely in Java applications or downstream products that include com.ning Async Http Client before 1.9.0 and use it for HTTPS connections, especially for service-to-service APIs, credentials, tokens, or update checks. Treat as high priority where the library handles sensitive outbound HTTPS traffic. The issue breaks a core HTTPS trust guarantee, but urgency depends on confirmed dependency presence and attacker network access. Mitigation focus: Inventory uses of Async Http Client and com.ning:async-http-client.; Upgrade Async Http Client to 1.9.0 or later where supported.; Check Red Hat, Jenkins, and product vendor advisories for bundled dependency fixes..

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Jun 13, 2026, 22:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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