The (1) update and (2) package-installation features in MODX Revolution 2.5.4-pl and earlier do not verify X.509 certificates from SSL servers, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers and trigger the execution of arbitrary code via a crafted certificate.
The product does not validate, or incorrectly validates, a certificate.
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97228 | vdb entry third party advisory |
https://mazinahmed.net/services/public-reports/ModX%20-%20Responsible%20Disclosure%20-%20January%202017.pdf | exploit third party advisory technical description |