CVE-2019-9155
UnknownEPSS 1.48%
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CVE-2019-9155 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A cryptographic issue in OpenPGP.js <=4.2.0 allows an attacker who is able provide forged messages and gain feedback about whether decryption of these messages succeeded to conduct an invalid curve attack in order to gain the victim's ECDH private key.. EPSS estimates a 1.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A cryptographic issue in OpenPGP.js <=4.2.0 allows an attacker who is able provide forged messages and gain feedback about whether decryption of these messages succeeded to conduct an invalid curve attack in order to gain the victim's ECDH private key.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openpgpjs | Openpgpjs | <= 4.2.0 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154191/OpenPGP.js-4.2.0-Signature-Bypass-Invalid-Curve-Attack.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/openpgpjs/openpgpjs/pull/853Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/openpgpjs/openpgpjs/pull/853/commits/7ba4f8c655e7fd7706e8d7334e44b40fdf56c43ePatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://sec-consult.com/en/blog/advisories/multiple-vulnerabilities-in-openpgp-js/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154191/OpenPGP.js-4.2.0-Signature-Bypass-Invalid-Curve-Attack.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/openpgpjs/openpgpjs/pull/853Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/openpgpjs/openpgpjs/pull/853/commits/7ba4f8c655e7fd7706e8d7334e44b40fdf56c43ePatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://sec-consult.com/en/blog/advisories/multiple-vulnerabilities-in-openpgp-js/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-9155?
A cryptographic issue in OpenPGP.js <=4.2.0 allows an attacker who is able provide forged messages and gain feedback about whether decryption of these messages succeeded to conduct an invalid curve attack in order to gain the victim's ECDH private key.
How severe is CVE-2019-9155?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-9155 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9155?
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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