CVE-2021-40855
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.66%
Last modified
CVE-2021-40855 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The EU Technical Specifications for Digital COVID Certificates before 1.1 mishandle certificate governance. A non-production public key certificate could have been used in production.. EPSS estimates a 0.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The EU Technical Specifications for Digital COVID Certificates before 1.1 mishandle certificate governance. A non-production public key certificate could have been used in production.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Europa | Technical Specifications For Digital Covid Certificates | < 1.1 |
References
- https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/policies/coronavirus/eu-digital-covid-certificate/Product, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/policies/coronavirus/eu-digital-covid-certificate/Product, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40855?
The EU Technical Specifications for Digital COVID Certificates before 1.1 mishandle certificate governance. A non-production public key certificate could have been used in production.
How severe is CVE-2021-40855?
CVE-2021-40855 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40855?
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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