The pstm_exptmod function in MatrixSSL 3.8.6 and earlier does not properly perform modular exponentiation, which might allow remote attackers to predict the secret key via unspecified vectors. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2016-6887.
References
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/15/2 | Mailing List Third Party Advisory |
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/15/8 | Mailing List Third Party Advisory |
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95439 | |
https://blog.fuzzing-project.org/54-Update-on-MatrixSSL-miscalculation-CVE-2016-8671%2C-incomplete-fix-for-CVE-2016-6887.html |
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History
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Information
Published : 2017-01-13 16:59
Updated : 2024-02-04 19:11
NVD link : CVE-2016-8671
Mitre link : CVE-2016-8671
CVE.ORG link : CVE-2016-8671
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Products Affected
matrixssl
- matrixssl
CWE
CWE-200
Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor