CVE-2015-9238
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CVE-2015-9238 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. secure-compare 3.0.0 and below do not actually compare two strings properly. compare was actually comparing the first argument with itself, meaning the check passed for any two strings of the same length.. EPSS estimates a 1.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
secure-compare 3.0.0 and below do not actually compare two strings properly. compare was actually comparing the first argument with itself, meaning the check passed for any two strings of the same length.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Secure-Compare Project | Secure-Compare | < 3.0.1 |
References
- https://github.com/vdemedes/secure-compare/pull/1Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/50Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vdemedes/secure-compare/pull/1Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/50Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-9238?
secure-compare 3.0.0 and below do not actually compare two strings properly. compare was actually comparing the first argument with itself, meaning the check passed for any two strings of the same length.
How severe is CVE-2015-9238?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-9238 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-9238?
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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