CVE-2014-3607: DefaultHostnameVerifier in Ldaptive (formerly vt-ldap) does not properly verify that the server hostname ma...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw could let an attacker who can intercept traffic impersonate an SSL server to software using Ldaptive, formerly vt-ldap. The issue is certificate hostname checking: a valid certificate for another name may be accepted. The bundle does not provide affected versions, a CVSS score, or active exploitation evidence. Exposure is most likely in Java applications or identity integrations that use Ldaptive/vt-ldap for SSL or TLS LDAP connections. The source bundle lists affected vendor, product, and versions as unavailable, so dependency inventory is required before estimating scope. Treat this as a targeted trust-boundary risk, not a broad internet worm risk. Prioritize identity infrastructure, authentication services, and applications that transmit credentials or directory data over LDAP TLS, then remediate according to vendor guidance. Mitigation focus: Inventory applications using Ldaptive or vt-ldap.; Check the Shibboleth, vt-middleware, and Red Hat references for vendor guidance.; Apply a vendor-identified fixed release where applicable..

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Jun 7, 2026, 21:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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