Report ID
#31908
Report type
Websites and Applications
Has PoC?
Yes
Target
rooster.bean.money
(Out of scope)
Impacts
Lack of valid SSL/TLS
Description
The SSL/TLS certificate for rooster.bean.money presents a hostname mismatch error because the common name (CN) or subject alternative names (SAN) listed in the certificate do not match the domain name. This mismatch can cause browsers to display security warnings, eroding user trust and exposing the site to potential man-in-the-middle (MitM) attacks. If this vulnerability is exploited in a production environment, it could lead to significant security breaches, loss of user trust, and potential regulatory non-compliance.
Vulnerability Details
The SSL/TLS certificate presented by rooster.bean.money has a common name (CN) of *.mesontracking.com, which does not match rooster.bean.money. This mismatch triggers browser warnings about potential security risks, indicating that the connection might not be secure. The specific error observed is:
None of the common names in the certificate match the name that was entered (rooster.bean.money).
Common name: *.mesontracking.com
This error suggests that the SSL certificate was issued for a different domain and does not cover rooster.bean.money. This issue can be verified using tools like sslchecker:https://www.sslshopper.com/ssl-checker.html#hostname=rooster.bean.money
Impact Details
The consequences of this vulnerability are significant:
- User Trust: Users accessing rooster.bean.money will encounter security warnings, leading to a loss of trust and potential drop in user engagement.
- Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks: Attackers could exploit this mismatch to intercept and manipulate traffic between users and the server, potentially stealing sensitive information or injecting malicious content.
- Regulatory Compliance: Many regulatory frameworks require secure transmission of data. A hostname mismatch might result in non-compliance, leading to legal repercussions and fines.
- Financial Loss: If the site handles financial transactions or sensitive user data, the exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to significant financial losses and data breaches.
References
https://www.sslshopper.com/ssl-checker.html#hostname=rooster.bean.money
Proof of concept
https://www.sslshopper.com/ssl-checker.html#hostname=rooster.bean.money