CVE-2018-9234
UnknownEPSS 2.08%
Last modified
CVE-2018-9234 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. GnuPG 2.2.4 and 2.2.5 does not enforce a configuration in which key certification requires an offline master Certify key, which results in apparently valid certifications that occurred only with access to a signing subkey.. EPSS estimates a 2.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
GnuPG 2.2.4 and 2.2.5 does not enforce a configuration in which key certification requires an offline master Certify key, which results in apparently valid certifications that occurred only with access to a signing subkey.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnupg | Gnupg | 2.2.4 |
| Gnupg | Gnupg | 2.2.5 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 17.10 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 18.04 |
References
- https://dev.gnupg.org/T3844Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3675-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://dev.gnupg.org/T3844Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3675-1/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-9234?
GnuPG 2.2.4 and 2.2.5 does not enforce a configuration in which key certification requires an offline master Certify key, which results in apparently valid certifications that occurred only with access to a signing subkey.
How severe is CVE-2018-9234?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9234 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9234?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-9234?
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