CVE-2016-8889
UnknownEPSS 0.46%
Last modified
CVE-2016-8889 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Bitcoin Knots v0.11.0.ljr20150711 through v0.13.0.knots20160814 (fixed in v0.13.1.knots20161027), the debug console stores sensitive information including private keys and the wallet passphrase in its persistent command history.. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Bitcoin Knots v0.11.0.ljr20150711 through v0.13.0.knots20160814 (fixed in v0.13.1.knots20161027), the debug console stores sensitive information including private keys and the wallet passphrase in its persistent command history.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin Knots Project | Bitcoin Knots | 0.11.0 | — |
| Bitcoin Knots Project | Bitcoin Knots | 0.11.1 | — |
| Bitcoin Knots Project | Bitcoin Knots | 0.11.2 | — |
| Bitcoin Knots Project | Bitcoin Knots | 0.12.0 | — |
| Bitcoin Knots Project | Bitcoin Knots | 0.12.0.knots20160226 | Rc1 |
| Bitcoin Knots Project | Bitcoin Knots | 0.12.1.knots20160629 | Rc2 |
| Bitcoin Knots Project | Bitcoin Knots | 0.13.0.knots20160814 | — |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94235Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1618462.0Mitigation, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/bitcoinknots/bitcoin/blob/v0.13.1.knots20161027/doc/release-notes.mdPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94235Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=1618462.0Mitigation, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/bitcoinknots/bitcoin/blob/v0.13.1.knots20161027/doc/release-notes.mdPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8889?
In Bitcoin Knots v0.11.0.ljr20150711 through v0.13.0.knots20160814 (fixed in v0.13.1.knots20161027), the debug console stores sensitive information including private keys and the wallet passphrase in its persistent command history.
How severe is CVE-2016-8889?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8889 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8889?
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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