# CVE-2020-13614: axel: An issue was discovered in ssl.c in Axel before 2.17.8

CVE-2020-13614 is fixed in axel on 1 platform, first by axel 2.16.1-1ubuntu0.1~esm1, released May 26, 2020. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2020-13614
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: n/a (Medium)
- EPSS: 0.0198
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: May 26, 2020

## Description

An issue was discovered in ssl.c in Axel before 2.17.8. The TLS implementation lacks hostname verification.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | axel Ubuntu 18.04.6 LTS (bionic) | 2.16.1-1ubuntu0.1~esm1 | [axel 2.16.1-1ubuntu0.1~esm1](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/ubuntu-bionic-axel-2.16.1-1ubuntu0.1-esm1.md) | May 26, 2020 |
| Linux | axel Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (focal) | 2.17.5-1ubuntu1+esm1 | [axel 2.17.5-1ubuntu1+esm1](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/ubuntu-focal-axel-2.17.5-1ubuntu1-esm1.md) | May 26, 2020 |

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