CVE-2008-2235
UnknownEPSS 0.39%
Last modified
CVE-2008-2235 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. OpenSC before 0.11.5 uses weak permissions (ADMIN file control information of 00) for the 5015 directory on smart cards and USB crypto tokens running Siemens CardOS M4, which allows physically proximate attackers to change the PIN.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
OpenSC before 0.11.5 uses weak permissions (ADMIN file control information of 00) for the 5015 directory on smart cards and USB crypto tokens running Siemens CardOS M4, which allows physically proximate attackers to change the PIN.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.3.2 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.3.5 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.4.0 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.6.0 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.6.1 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.7.0 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.8 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.8.0.0 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.8.1 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.9 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.9.6 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.9.7 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.9.8 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.11.0 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.11.1 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.11.2 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.11.3 |
| Opensc-Project | Opensc | 0.11.4 |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-2235?
OpenSC before 0.11.5 uses weak permissions (ADMIN file control information of 00) for the 5015 directory on smart cards and USB crypto tokens running Siemens CardOS M4, which allows physically proximate attackers to change the PIN.
How severe is CVE-2008-2235?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-2235 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2235?
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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