CVE-2002-1284
UnknownEPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1284 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The wizard in KGPG 0.6 through 0.8.2 does not properly provide the passphrase to gpg when creating new keys, which causes secret keys to be created with an empty passphrase and allows local attackers to steal the keys if they can be read.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The wizard in KGPG 0.6 through 0.8.2 does not properly provide the passphrase to gpg when creating new keys, which causes secret keys to be created with an empty passphrase and allows local attackers to steal the keys if they can be read.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kgpg | Kgpg | 0.6 |
| Kgpg | Kgpg | 0.6.1 |
| Kgpg | Kgpg | 0.7 |
| Kgpg | Kgpg | 0.8 |
| Kgpg | Kgpg | 0.8.1 |
| Kgpg | Kgpg | 0.8.2 |
References
- http://devel-home.kde.org/~kgpg/bug.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://devel-home.kde.org/~kgpg/bug.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1284?
The wizard in KGPG 0.6 through 0.8.2 does not properly provide the passphrase to gpg when creating new keys, which causes secret keys to be created with an empty passphrase and allows local attackers to steal the keys if they can be read.
How severe is CVE-2002-1284?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1284 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1284?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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