CVE-2020-24838
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.38%
Last modified
CVE-2020-24838 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An integer overflow has been found in the the latest version of Issuer. The total issuedCount can be zero if the parameter is overly large. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An integer overflow has been found in the the latest version of Issuer. The total issuedCount can be zero if the parameter is overly large. An attacker can obtain the private key of the owner issued with a certain 'amount', and the issuedCount can be zero if there is an overflow.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Issuer Project | Issuer | All versions |
References
- https://etherscan.io/address/0xecaad8df0dee0b9ed45ffd1191b024701f21506c#codePatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://etherscan.io/address/0xecaad8df0dee0b9ed45ffd1191b024701f21506c#codePatch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24838?
An integer overflow has been found in the the latest version of Issuer. The total issuedCount can be zero if the parameter is overly large. An attacker can obtain the private key of the owner issued with a certain 'amount', and the issuedCount can be zero if there is an overflow.
How severe is CVE-2020-24838?
CVE-2020-24838 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24838?
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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