Insecure Cookies in Openshift Origin
Summary
CVE-2015-3207: Insecure cookies in Openshift Origin in github.com/openshift/origin. Affects github.com/openshift/origin versions < 1.0.0. Fixed in 1.0.0. How to fix ↓
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Background
Openshift Origin is an open-source container application platform developed by Red Hat. It provides a complete platform for deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications. The package 'github.com/openshift/origin' is a Go implementation of Openshift Origin. It is used to create and manage containerized applications on the Openshift platform.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as GO-2022-0505 in Openshift Origin involves insecure cookies. This vulnerability allows an attacker to intercept and manipulate session cookies, potentially leading to unauthorized access, session hijacking, and other security breaches. The insecure cookies are present in the 'github.com/openshift/origin' package.
How To Fix
Latest published version: v1.6.2 as of 22 Oct 2026
go get github.com/openshift/origin@v1.6.2Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
1.0.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
go get github.com/openshift/origin@v1.0.0Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. However, developers can enhance the security of their applications by implementing additional security measures such as using secure cookies, enforcing HTTPS connections, and regularly reviewing and updating security configurations.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in Openshift Origin involving insecure cookies can potentially lead to unauthorized access and session hijacking. It is crucial to update the 'github.com/openshift/origin' package to the latest version (1.0.0) to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, implementing secure cookies, enforcing HTTPS connections, and regularly reviewing and updating security configurations can enhance the overall security of applications.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows attackers to intercept and manipulate session cookies, potentially gaining unauthorized access to user accounts and sensitive information.
You can use Vulert's playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability. Vulert monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities, using Gopkg.lock as a reference.
There is no specific information about known exploits for this vulnerability. However, it is always recommended to address vulnerabilities promptly to minimize the risk of exploitation.
In addition to updating the 'github.com/openshift/origin' package to the latest version, it is recommended to implement secure cookies, enforce HTTPS connections, and regularly review and update security configurations.
It is not recommended to manually fix this vulnerability without updating the package. Updating to the latest version ensures that you receive the official fix provided by the developers, which may include additional security enhancements.
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