CVE-2013-2257
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.74%
Last modified
CVE-2013-2257 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Cryptocat before 2.0.42 has Group Chat ECC Private Key Generation Brute Force Weakness. EPSS estimates a 1.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cryptocat before 2.0.42 has Group Chat ECC Private Key Generation Brute Force Weakness
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cryptocat Project | Cryptocat | < 2.0.42 |
References
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/07/10/15Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61087Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/07/10/15Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61087Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-2257?
Cryptocat before 2.0.42 has Group Chat ECC Private Key Generation Brute Force Weakness
How severe is CVE-2013-2257?
CVE-2013-2257 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2257?
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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